Obituaries/Death Notices
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At Chillicothe, May 8, 1888, Chas. R. Gillett, aged 13 years, 3 months and 21 days. (Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, June 7, 1888, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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West Peoria -- Evelyn A. Goetz, 82, of 2408 W. Kellogg died at 6:12 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2003, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Born Feb. 4, 1921, in Bartonville to Frank and Kazimiera Chernewski Lazisky, she married Carl A. Goetz on May 4, 1940, in Peoria. He died Dec. 2, 1971, in Peoria.

She also was preceded in death by four sisters and four brothers.

Surviving are two daughters, Kristel (and Scott) Taylor of West Peoria and Carla Lawless of Berwyn; two sons, Stephen and Jeffrey, both of East Peoria; two sisters, Frances Sommer of Peoria and Camille Lindquist of Newport Beach, Calif.; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She worked for the Peoria County recorder of deeds for several years, retiring in 1983. She then owned and operated Take Five Dancewear in Peoria, retiring in 1988.

She was a member of the Emblem Club in Pekin.

She also was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Bartonville.

Services will be at noon Monday at Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel, where visitation will be two hours before. Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery in Peoria.

Memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Services for Carl A. Goetz, 58, of 211 W. Garfield, Bartonville, an employee of Baker-Hauser Co., will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Davison Funeral Home.

The Rev. Elmo Hinrichs will officiate and burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. tomorrow.

Mr. Goetz died in the emergency room at Methodist Hospital at 9:20 p.m. Thursday after suffering a heart attack.

Former owner of Goetz Refrigerator Co., he had been employed as a serviceman for Baker-Hauser Co. for the last five years.

He was born in Peoria County May 31, 1913, a son of Carl F. and Marie Speck Goetz, and married Evelyn A. Lazisky in Peoria May 4, 1940. He was an Army veteran of World War II.

A member of Bethel Lutheran Church of Bartonville, he also was a member of the Steamfitters Union, Local 353; Peoria Casting Club; Pekin Elks Club and a lifetime member of the Moose Lodge.

Surviving are his widow; two daughters, Miss Carla and Miss Kristel Goetz, both at home; two sons, Stephen, with the U.S. Air Force in Germany, and Jeffrey, at home; his mother of Peoria; two sisters, Mrs. Walter (Alma) McCoy and Mrs. Albert (Rose) Burdett, both of Peoria; one grandchild and a number of nieces and nephews. A brother, Ernest, preceded him in death.

(unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Mrs. Anna Grant

Mrs. Anna Catton Grant passed away in Peoria at the home of her son Fred Sunday, October 14 after a short illness of pneumonia.

Funeral services were held in the Methodist church Wednesday afternoon with the pastor, Rev. Fred Read officiating.

Interment was in the Brimfield cemetery. Pallbearers were Linus Arnold, Henry De Vries, Charles [ ], Earl [ ], Horace Moon and James Andrews.

Mrs. Grant was born in Brimfield March 26, 1870, the daughter of Joseph and Martha Catton.

She was married on February 15, 1888 to William Grant, who passed away seven years ago. She has lived her entire life in Peoria county, much of that time in this vicinity.

She was a very kind and loving mother, always thinking of her children and grandchildren, a kind sister, and a good neighbor and friend.

Two sons, Fred of Peoria, and Walter G. of Amboy and a daughter, Mrs. John Friling of Dunlap and three grandchildren survive. Four brothers William Catton of Scotland, S. D.; Bert Catton Cottonwood, Minn.; John and Ernest Catton of Brimfield and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Foster and Mrs. Martha McCartney of Brimfield and Mrs. Peter McGrane of Peoria also survive. (Brimfield News, Oct. 17, 1935, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Died

     Maud Opal Grant, aged 2 years and 9 days, youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. U. K. Grant, died Monday morning, Aug. 13th, after a short illness. The funeral services were held on Tuesday morning, at the residence, conducted by Rev. C. L. Davenport, and were very largely attended. The remains were laid to rest in the Brimfield cemetery. She was an exceedingly bright little girl and the sunshine and joy of her parent's home. Mr. and Mrs. Grant have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad bereavement. (Brimfield News, Aug. 16, 1894, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Ulysses K. Grant

U. K. Grant, a lifelong resident of Brimfield, died at his home on Knoxville avenue Monday evening about ten o'clock, from an attack of
pneumonia. Mr. Grant's death came as a great shock to family and friends. He was ill for only a few days.

The funeral service will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Union church, Rev. W. Harvey Young officiating. (Brimfield News, Jan. 10, 1929, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Mr. and Mrs. U. K. Grant

When two people have spent nearly forty years together in one home, with common purposes and occupation the record of their lives may well be a single one. Mr. and Mrs. Grant united their lives on September 4, 1889 and they relinquish it at almost the same time, Mr. Grant going first on January 7, 1929, and Mrs. Grant following in the early morning of the 10th of January.

Ulysses Kenneth Grant was born November 24, 1863 and died at the age of 65 years, 1 month and 13 days. His father's name, Kenneth was given to him and is continued in the name of the one grandson, Kenneth Barnes. His mother's name was Isabel Mclntosh. The Scotch ancestry was to him a source of pride and the industry and thrift which characterized his life were in keeping with it. With him ends his father's house. All of the eleven children now having passed away. For the past three years a test of faithfulness and affection has been submitted to him, and he has not been found wanting. During that time Mrs. Grant has been practically helpless, and Mr. Grant has cared for the house and ministered to her with unfailing patience and devotion.

Florence Belle Catton was born March 6, 1870, and at the time of her death was 58 years, 10 months and 4 days old. Her father was William Catton, and her mother's maiden name was Ann Pacey. Out of ten children in her household but one remains, Albert Catton of Brimfield.

Mr. and Mrs. Catton have been identified all their lives with this community. They were born near the village, their school days were here. They attended the church at French Grove, and have been contributors to the churches in the village through the years. From 1894 to 1925 they lived in the house on the farm north east of town, with the exception of two years when Mr. Grant operated an elevator in the village. Their for daughters were born here and two have been laid to rest in the burying grounds which now is to receive them. Maude, who died when about two years of age, and Florence, who passed away nine years ago, and whose sudden death came as a great shock to them.

The have been friendly and helpful people in this community life and the community has responded with its helpfulness and friendship. Two daughters Vera of Bradford, and Mrs. Hylda Barnes of Delavan, and the one grandson Kenneth Barnes survive. The daughters called upon at this time to bear a double sorrow find their grief lightened by the memory of the delightful days of home life with father and mother caring for them and giving gladly the affection they now so truly cherish.

Double funeral services were held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Union Church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. W. Harvey Young and were largely attended by friends and neighbors, after which they were tenderly laid to rest in the family lot in Brimfield cemetery.

Mrs. Olive Cady and Mrs. Marie Wurmneat, accompanied by Mrs. H. C. Cady sang, "Softly and Tenderly." "Tired, Oh Yes, So Tired," "Saved By Grace."

The pall bearers were John Church, Geo. LaFollette, John Cluskey, Martin Reinhart, Chas. Yess, Jas. Forney, Frank Woodworth, Sam Nelkirk, Herman Griggs and John Bitner.

Those in attendance from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Allison Griggs, Mrs. Wm. Grant, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Grant and Mrs. Alice Catton of
Peoria; Geo. and Walter Pacey of Buckley; Mrs. John Ontjes, Lyons, Kansas; Fred Catton and son and Francis Catton and son of West Jersey; J. F. Finnegan, Miss Agnes Finnegan, Mr. and Mrs. Leo A. Finnegan and son, Miss Nelly McNulty, Mrs. Frances Hopkins, T. J. Flood, T. J. Mowbray, R. L. Breen, Mr. and Mrs. Owen Sharkey, Miss Mary McManus, Jas. Hearn and Grover Finnegan, all of Bradford.

We wish to thank the friends and neighbors who in any way assisted us during the illness and death of our dear mother and father.

Miss Vera J. Grant
Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Barnes

(Brimfield News, Jan. 17, 1929, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Vera June Grant

     Miss Vera June Grant of Bradford, former Peoria county school teacher and later clerk at the Bradford post office, died at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Francis hospital in Kewanee, where she had been a patient two weeks.
     She was a daughter of U. K. and Florence Catton Grant and was born in Brimfield June 20, 1890.
     Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Hylda Barnes of Delavan and a nephew, Kenneth Barnes of Madison, Wis. Two sisters, Maude Opal and Florence preceded her in death.
     Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Marsh and Dunlap funeral chapel in Bradford. The Rev. Austin Rodger officiated and burial was in the Brimfield cemetery. (Peoria Star) (Brimfield News, Dec. 15, 1949, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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William Grant

William Grant was born near Brimfield, Illinois, on September 4, 1860. He grew to manhood in the vicinity of his birthplace and on on February 15, 1888, was united in marriage to Miss Anna Catton. To this union were born two sons, Walter, now living at Amboy, and Fred at Peoria, Illinois, and one daughter, now Mrs. Mattie Frilling of Brimfield.

A little more than a year ago Mr. and Mrs. Grant made their home in Peoria, Illinois. At that place he suffered a paralytic stroke about seven months ago and yet a second stroke within a few weeks. To the effect of the second stroke he succumbed on September 23, 1927, being, at the time of his death, aged 67 years and 19 days.

The deceased was one of a family of five boys and five girls, only the youngest of whom survive him, Ulysses K. Grant of Brimfield. He is also survived by his life's companion, his three children and one grandson, Clifford Frilling.

The funeral service was held at the M. E. church in Brimfield Monday morning at 10 o'clock. The sermon was by the pastor Rev. A. A. Rogers. The pall bearers were John Caldwell, Herman Griggs, Fred Finck, Henry McCartney, John Church and Fred Wyman.

Music was furnished by Mrs. Orville [ ], Mrs. Pearl Forney, R. N. Bragg and Rev. A. A. Rogers, with Mrs. A. A. Rogers, accompanist. The songs were "Some Time We'll Understand" "Rock of Ages" and "In The Sweet Bye and Bye."

Card of Thanks

We desire to sincerely thank the friends and neighbors for their kindness and help in our time of sorrow.

Mrs. William Grant The Children

(Brimfield News, Sep. 29, 1927, submitted by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Walter Grypp

Annawan-Walter A. Grypp, 71, of rural Annawan died Friday at the Hammond-Henry Hospital in Geneseo.

Born Sept. 23, 1915, in Atkinson to August and Emma Walgrave Grypp, he married Margaret Martman on Sept. 28, 1933, in Geneseo. She survives.

Also surviving are two sons, David Grypp of Greendale, Wis. and Larry Grypp of Peoria; five daughters, Mrs. Ralph (Mary Ann) Blackert of Cambridge, Mrs. Arlyn (Judith) Clementz of Oak Creek, Wis., Mrs. Micael (Janet) Schneider of South Lyon, Mich., and Mrs. Richard (Connie) Altman of Waukegan; 18 grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Frank (Ida) VanVooren of Atkinson.

He was a farmer until his retirement until 1984. He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society. He was past president of the Holy Name Society.

Services will be at 10 a. m. Monday at Sacred Heart Church in Annawan, the Rev. Francis Engels officiating. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p. m. and 7. to 9 p. m. today at Stackhouse-Moore Funeral Home in Annawan with the parrish rosary at 6:30 p. m. at the church. Burial will be in the St. Aathony's Cemetery in Atkinson.

Memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart Church or to the Annawan Rescue Unit. (Peoria Journal Star, Feb. 15, 1987, submitted by Cliff Oliver)

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OBITUARY

Simpson B. Hall, a former resident of Lyons, and late of Frederick, was born in Grafton, West Virginia, November 23, 1859, and died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Fay Ontjes, forty miles south-west of Sterling, June 14, of heart failure, aged 54 years, 3 months and 24 days.

One December 29, 1880, he was united in marriage to Miss Ellen Catton at Brimfield, Illinois. Their first home was on a farm near Brimfield. During the boom days they moved to Kansas and located at Lyons. During the six years that Mr. Hall resided in Lyons, he was known to all of our citizens and was a prominent member of the I. 0. 0. F. lodge here. After moving to Frederick he joined the the Masons and K. P.'s. and while there was an active member of those orders. Later he removed to Lorraine, but retained his membership in Frederick.

His health has not been very good for several years, but he kept up and about his business, being head clerk at one of the Lorraine stores until in March when he decided that he must rest, resigning his position, and went to Sterling where his son Merton had lived for years, and where his daughter Fay (Mrs. John Ontjes) had recently removed. Here he made his home and seemed much as usual till within the past week, when he complained more of his head. Saturday night he went with his daughter and her children to a recital at the Triumph church, nearby. Upon his return he threw himself upon the floor, lay there for a short time to "rest and cool off." Upon attempting to rise he fell back with an exclamation of pain, and was dead before aught could be done. The funeral services were conducted at the M. E. church of Frederick, by Rev. Zook, of the Lorraine charge. His masonic brothers had charge of the final service and buried him with full Masonic honors.

The church was filled to its capacity with old time friends and neighbors, all of whom were full of sympathy, and the body was laid to rest in the Frederick cemetery.

The family desires to express their thanks for the many kindly acts and words of sympathy. (Originally from the Lyons, Kansas, paper.)

(Brimfield News, Jul. 2, 1914, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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William Merton Hall

Albert Catton received word Wednesday of the death of his nephew, Merton Hall, son of the late Mrs. Tillie Catton Hall. Mr. Hall died of
hemorrhage of the brain at his home in Jettmore, Kansas, where he has been a rural mail carrier for many years. (Brimfield News, Mar. 7, 1935, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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FRACTURED HIP IS FATAL TO PEORIAN; FUNERAL SATURDAY

Memorial services for Mrs. Martha E. Hamer, 81 years old, 434 Stanley Avenue, who died five days after fracturing a hip in a fall at her home, will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon in the Frank M. Endsley parlors, with the Rev. F. K. Mertz of Grave Evangelical church officiating. Interment will be in Parkview cemetery.

Mrs. Hamer died at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at St. Francis hospital. She fell last Friday at her home, and had been in feeble health for three years. She had lived in Peoria 65 years.

Born in St. Charles, MO, March 9, 1855, she was married at St. Joseph, MO, March 22, 1871, (I believe this is the incorrect date of marriage) to Benjamin Hamer who died July 20, 1932. Surviving are three sons, Edward and Joseph Hamer, Peoria; Charles B. Hamer, Washington; three daughters Mrs. Daisy P. Evans, Mrs. Margaret Manger and Mrs. Elizabeth Walmsley, all of Peoria; 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. ( I copied this obit as found in newspaper, event hough I know there are mistakes)

William Hardesty

Rock Island- William C. Hardesty, 89, of 2527 15th Ave. died Friday at the Lutheran Hospital in Moline.

He was born April 18, 1897, in Norris to Edward and Mary Davison Hardesty.

Several cousins survive.

Services will be 10 a. m. Monday at the Hodgson Funeral Home in Rock Island. Visitation will be 1 to 4 p.m. today. Graveside services will be noon Monday at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Farmington.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. (Peoria Journal Star, Feb. 15, 1987, submitted by Cliff Oliver)

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Thomas Francis Hartley

The funeral of Thomas Francis Hartley will be held Friday morning at 8:30 o'clock at Boland Mortuary chapel, with mass at St. Mary's Cathedral at 9 o'clock. Interment will be in St. Mary's cemetery. (Peoria Star, Thursday, April 30, 1931, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Obituary

  Maria Sabin was born in Rockingham Town, Vermont, Feb. 7, 1807. Entered into rest Oct. 16, 1896. She was married to Alphens Willard on Dec. 27, 1825 and did not leave her native state until 1837, when they came to Peoria County and settled one mile east of Brimfield. In 1843 Mr. Willard left for the East to buy stock, but was taken with a fever and died Oct. 12, 1843, leaving her with seven children for whom to care, one having died before they left Vermont. It was 57 years ago today, Oct. 18, since they came to Illinois.
  After seven years of struggle and hardship she was married to Gilbert Hathaway, who was to her a kind and loving husband, on whom she leaned with loving dependence in her old age until he was suddenly called to his rest on May 28, 1893. Two sons and two daughters survive her to pay the last tribute of love and respect to the memory of her, whose christian life and example always commanded their loving obedience. To them she was a remarkable mother, loving and gentle and they cherished her with care and tenderness. But not only in the home was the influence of her life felt. Her kindly interest in all with whom she was brought in contact, raised up for her a large number of friends wherever she moved.
  In early girlhood she confessed Christ as her Savior and during all her life held a deep and sacred love for the church. Though unable for a number of years to attend many of its services, her interest in its work never failed and she was identified with it to the last, removing her letter from Farmington to Brimfield when she made this her home a year ago. Patient, cheerful, trustful, she has entered into the joy of her Lord, for which she so longed, and reunited with the long parted friends, awaits the coming of those who remain faithful unto the end.
  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Cox, of Brimfield, Sunday afternoon at the home of A. Marshall and the remains were laid to rest in the Brimfield cemetery.
  At the thought of her the air grows pure, And tremulous and sweet;
  It was a vision perfected
  A lovely life to meet. ? crowned,
  Brave woman, wife and mother
  And angel now beside;
  The world is richer that she lived; And heaven; that she died.

[Note: For more information about Maria, please email Sandy.]

(Brimfield News, Oct. 22, 1896, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Harvey Hauck

Harvey W. Hauck, of ------W. Custer Court, died at 10:00 p. m. Saturday in the Methodist Medical Center emergency room.

Born February 19, 1924, in Peoria to John and Marie Hauck, he married Betty Schmitt Walker on June 14, 1947, in Peoria.

Survivors include his wife; two stepsons, Donald R. and Gary D. Walker, both of Peoria, three brothers, Willard and John Hauck, both of Peoria, and Irving Hauck of Arizona; one sister Mrs. Evelyn Lane of Peoria, and three grandchildren.

He first worked as a supervisor at Armour Co. in Peoria for 20 years and then as a supervisor for F. W. Means Co., retiring Feb. 28.

Services will be at 2:30 p. m. Tuesday at Wilton Mortuary, the Rev. Kenneth R. Yocum officiating. Visitation will be one hour before services on Tuesday at the mortuary. Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

(Peoria Journal Star, May 26, 1986, B7, transcribed by Anna Petrick)

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Sean M. Henderson, 20, of 121 E. Orchard died at 8:46 a.m. Wednesday, June 9, 1993, at Saint Francis Medical Center emergency room.

He was born June 14, 1972, in Peoria to Clifford and Holly Sommer Henderson.

Surviving are his parents, one sister, Tara Henderson, and grandparents, Virginia and Ralph Henderson and Frances Sommer, all of Peoria. His maternal grandfather preceded him in death.

He worked for Liberty Pest Control for one year.

He was a member of St. Philomena Catholic Church, where services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday. The Rev. Ben Rodriguez will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel, with a Scripture service at 8. Additional visitation will be one hour before services at the church. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Mohammed Temple Shriners Hospital Transportation Fund.

(unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Clifford Henderson

PEORIA -- Clifford "Clif" Henderson, 53, of 1917 W. Wiswall? died at 7:21 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, 2003, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center.

Born Nov. 28, 1950, in Peoria to Ralph L. Sr. and Virginia P. Curran Henderson, he married Holly Sommer in 1979 in Peoria. She survives.

Also surviving are his mother of Peoria; two daughters, Jennifer Henderson of Peoria and Tara Henderson of San Diego; two brothers, Ralph (and Nancy) of Peoria and David (and Robin) of Pekin; two sisters, Patricia (and Poncho) Phillips of East Peoria and Robin (and Greg) Ramsay of Peoria.

He was preceded in death by his father and one son, Sean.

He was a painter. He also was a member and worked out of Laborers Local 165, working with Walsh Construction on the I-74 Upgrade for the past four months.

He was of the Roman Catholic faith.

(unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Mrs. Herath Dies Suddenly in Denver

Mrs. Beatrice Theodora Herath, Peoria resident for 41 years, passed away unexpectedly yesterday in Denver, Colorado where she had been visiting for the past two months.

Born in Brook, Ind. Dec. 19, 1893, she was the daughter of Theodore and Ellen Dowty. Her marriage was to Clyde Herath who passed away Dec. 1, 1949. She was a member of the First Church of Christ Scientist.

Surviving besides her husband are four sons, Glen of Dunlap; Raymond, of Colorado Springs; and Robert and Harry both of Peoria; one daughter Doris War; three brother, Earl and Owen? Dowty both of Goodland, Ind.; one sister, Ethel Loughridge of Peoria; and nine grandchildren.

Funeral services, in charge of First Church of Christ Scientist, will be held at 3 p. m. Tuesday at Cumerford-Endsley memorial home and burial will be in Springdale cemetery.

Friends may call at the memorial home tomorrow evening. (Peoria Journal Star, June 11, 1950, page D-9, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Clyde Herath

Clyde Herath, 65, of 329 California ave., died at 10:03 p. m. Sunday at Proctor hospital where he had been a patient 24 hours. He had lived in Peoria 40 years, retiring last week from his position as supply superintendent at Hiram Walker & Sons, Inc.

He was born Mar. 26, 1884, in Forgeman?, Ind., a son of Henry and Rachel Herath, and married Beatrice Dowty in Kentland, Ind., Jul 13, 1908. In his earlier years, he operated a grocery store in Averyville before it was incorporated into the city of Peoria.

Surviving are his wife; one daughter, Mrs. Doris H. Ward, Salem, Wash.; four sons, Glen H. Herath, Dunlap; Raymond of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Robert and Harry Herath, both of Peoria and nine grandchildren. (Peoria Journal, Monday, April 4, 1949, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Hiram Hickey was born March 1st 1808 in the state of New York. Died Jan. 1st, 1892 at 8 o’clock a.m. at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Charles E. Miller 823 North St Peoria Ill. where the funeral services were held the same evening on account of the serious illness of Mrs. Miller, who was not able to attend the funeral at any other place. The remains were brought to Brimfield, where he was lain by the side of his wife, Magdalena, who was laid to rest 39 years ago when he was a resident of this vicinity. Deceased was married three times, the second wife is the one by whose side he now rests. He was the father of twelve children, three of whom preceded him to “the beyond,” two having died in their infancy and the third was the late wife of Robert Bradford near Yates City. The caase of his death was heart failure and a general wearing out by age, he has been a great sufferer in his time, not having been able to perform manual labor for nearly a quarter of a century and at many times being confined to his bed for months at a time. A few words were said at the grave by Rev. J. S. Onion, pastor of the Congregational church of this place.

Mr. C. E. Miller and sons John and Walter, George Hickey and Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Murray accompanied the remains from Peoria to their final resting place.

A Card of Thanks

We, the relatives of Hiram Hickey, deceased, wish to return our sincere thanks to the citizens of Brimfield for their kindness to us, as strangers in their midst.

    George Hickey
    C. E. Miller
    Mr. And Mrs. Jas. C. Murray

(The above two items were published in the Brimfield News, January 7, 1892. Transcribed by Susan E. Stemont, 2006. Thanks to researcher Janet Bledsoe, who located these items.)

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In Hallock township, April 9, 1888, of catarrhal pneumonia, Abigail Hicks, aged 75 years, 9 months and 2 days. (Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, June 7, 1888, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Miss Grace Hoagland

Miss Grace Hoagland, daughter of John C. Hoagland, traveling salesman for the Culter and Proctor stove company, and former Peorian, died at Wyoming on Sunday evening. The remains are to be brought to this city, arriving at the union depot at 11:45 a.m. tomorrow, and from thence the friends of the family will accompany them to the last resting place at Springdale cemetery. Miss Hoagland formerly resided on the West bluff but after her mother’s death removed to El Paso, where her brother, William Hoagland is agent for the United States express company. The family had lived in Wyoming; but a few months before the lady’s death, which was sudden and accompanied by convulsions. Miss Hoagland was a young lady of many excellent qualities and very popular among the young people. Her sudden death will be learned with regret by many Peoria friends. The funeral service of Miss Grace Hoagland will be help at the Episcopal church at Wyoming at 9 o’clock Wednesday morning. (Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, Jan. 19, 1888, transcribed by Sandy MacDonald)

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OBITUARY

Mrs. Ann Catton Hodson

Ann Catton was born in Lincolnshire, England, Feb. 4, 1844. May 15, 1867, she was united in marriage to William Hodson at Asby Hall, Lincolnshire, England. Four years later they emigrated to America and in June 1871, arrived in Brimfield. Here in this immediate vicinity this worthy couple builded them a home, enduring the hardships and privations that were common to our pioneers, yet their courage never failed them.
     To this union three children were born, a daughter, Mrs. John Caldwell, and two sons, William Catton Hodson, who passed away Dec. 28, 1895, and Ira Clark Hodson, with whom the deceased made her home. Feb 16, 1915, Mr. Hodson after a lingering illness answered the summons of his Heavenly Father, and the devoted wife and mother after years of companionship was left to mourn for the love of him who had been a helpmeet and comforter.

Mrs. Catton was a member of the church of England from her youth and lived a consistent Christian life. As long as her health permitted she worshiped in the Methodist church in this village and was interested in its welfare. Fourteen weeks ago while eating dinner with her children she was stricken with paralysis, and after weeks of suffering passed quietly away at 6:30 o'clock Friday evening, Sept. 28, 1917. Every attention known to medical science was given her and the untiring love and care of the children was shown her, but the body was too weary to respond to the treatment and the devoted wife and mother has gone to join her departed loved ones. The community has lost another one of her pioneers, the neighbors a thoughtful kind neighbor, and the children, Mother.

The funeral service was held at the M. E. church, Monday, Oct. 1, 1917, at 2 p.m., conducted by Rev. Varney Jacobs, assisted by Rev. R. Pacey and the remains were laid to rest beside her loved ones in Brimfield cemetery. The music was rendered by Mrs. Addison Pacey, Mrs. H. O. Cady, and Messrs. William and Judson Harding. The pall bearers were F. W. Clark, Fred Arber, S. H. Nelkirk, Chas. Moss, A. S. Herriott and Addison Pacey.

CARD OF THANKS

We desire to sincerely thank the kind friends and neighbors for their help and sympathy in our time of sorrow.

Mr. and Mrs. Ira Hodson
Mr. and Mrs. John Caldwell (Brimfield News, Oct. 4, 1917, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Ira Clark Hodson

Ira C. Hodson died at his residence in Glasford at 10;30 Saturday evening February 24, after a short illness. During the past two weeks he had suffered several strokes.

Mr. Hodson was the son of William and Ann Catton Hodson and was born June 5, 1881 in Jubilee township. He lived on that farm where he was born until he retired five years ago and moved to Glasford. Surviving are his wife, the former Clara Brown, whom he married June 1, 1916, and two great nieces, grandchildren of his sister Mrs. John Caldwell, deceased. His parents, one brother and the sister preceded him in death.

Services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist church in Glasford, the Rev. J. T. Hutching officiating. Burial was in the Brimfield cemetery. (Brimfield News, Mar. 1, 1951, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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OBITUARY

William Hodson

William Hodson, a old and highly respected citizen of Brimfield, died at his home just east of town on Tuesday at 11:45 a.m. aged 71 years, 2 months and 6 days. The funeral services will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the M. E. church. Mr. Hodson came to this country from England many years ago. He was a man of most honorable character and the strictest integrity, and his death will be learned with regret by many friends. (Brimfield News, Feb. 18, 1915, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)
 

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OBITUARY

William Hodson was born at South Rauceby, Lincolnshire, England, Dec 11, 1843, and died at his late home near Brimfield, Feb. 16, 1915, aged 71 years, 2 months and 5 days.

He was united in marriage to Ann Catton at Ashby Hall, Lincolnshire, England, May 15, 1867. This worthy couple emigrated to America in the year 1871, arriving in Brimfield in the month of June of that year. Most of the time intervening between that period and this they have lived in or near the home where he died.

There were born to this union three children, one daughter, now Mrs. John Caldwell, and two sons, William Catton Hodson, who passed into eternity Dec. 28, 1895, and Ira Clark Hodson, who has remained at home and with tender solicitude and unwearied care has consistently done what he could to comfort and help those who gave him birth.

William Hodson was a member of the church of England from his youth, having been trained up to that faith. He always loved the house of God, and in the absence of the privilege with the church of his youth, he worshipped with the Methodist church of this village when himself and companion were physically able to be present.

One of the best evidences of the genuine goodness of any man is found in the testimony of the inner circle of those who have had a constant intimacy with him through a long series of years. It is a pleasure and a joy for Mrs. Hodson and her children to bear testimony to the even tenor and uniformity of the character of husband and father, always kind, tender, and gracious, and yet, always insisting upon absolute probity and uprightness in every affair of life whether conducted with the family or the public. He was one of the best and most respected citizens of this vicinity, a man of deep convictions of right, and a man with the courage of every rightous conviction that seized him, ready to condemn where condemnation was just, and just as ready to forgive where forgiveness would be a virtue. (Brimfield News, Feb. 25, 1915, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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DEATH OF WILLIAM C. HODSON

William C. Hodson, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hodson, residing east of town, died last Saturday, Dec. 28th, 1895, from the effects of a revolver shot inflicted by his own hand.

The particulars leading up to the culmination of the sad affair are about as follows: The day before, on Friday, shortly after dinner, he bid his mother good by and told her that he was going to visit a neighbor, His last words to his mother were "Good bye, mamma, I'll not be gone long if they have gone to town." He then went to the home of Frank Clark where he visited a short time and then accompanied Mr. Clark and other members of the family to Brimfield. Here he separated from them and went to the depot where he spent the remaining part of the afternoon at the grain office of Dungan & Son. In the evening he took the passenger train for Elmwood and remained there overnight, returning to Brimfield on the passenger train Saturday morning. In Elmwood he purchased a new 32 caliber revolver and a box of cartridges. After getting off the train he went again to Dungan's grain office and remained there until about 11 o'clock, a.m. when the proprietors and employes had occasion to leave for a short time and he was alone. Almost immediately after being left to himself, it seems, he went into the engine room back of the office and fired the fatal shot, the bullet entering the brain, in the center and just back of the forehead. He was discovered shortly afterward by Gussie Bennett, a little girl, who entered the boiler room for the purpose of washing her face. She immediately gave the alarm. He was in an unconscious condition and died at 12:40 p.m., a little over an hour after being found.

The coroner was summoned and an inquest held, the jury rendering a verdict that deceased came to his death from the effects of a revolver shot fired by his own hand.

William Catton Hodson was 21 years, 9 months, and 2 days old, and was a young man of exemplary habits, happy in his home life, industrious, kind hearted, and esteemed by all who knew him. Having become of age, he farmed land for himself this year, and lived with his parents, where he had a pleasant home and was surrounded by every comfort. He had not been in the best of health for some time past, and of late had become quite despondent.

His untimely death is a sad blow to the bereaved family and relatives, and the sympathy of the entire community goes out to them in their affliction.

The funeral services were held Monday afternoon, Dec. 30th, at the M. E. church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. W. H. Jordan, and the remains were laid to rest in Brimfield cemetery.

Among those present from a distance at the funeral services were the family of John Catton, of West Jersey, Charles Cooling, of West Jersey and Mrs. Alice Ayers, of Fairbury, Ill. (Brimfield News, Jan. 2, 1896, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Arthur E. Huey

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in the Elliott Funeral Home at New London, Iowa for Arthur E. Huey, who passed away at his home in Danville Friday morning [Feb. 7, 1941], following a long illness. Burial was in Pleasant Hill cemetery.
Mr. Huey was the youngest son of Webster and Anna Jones Huey and was born near Brimfield, 68 years ago. For many years his home has been in Iowa.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. May Wasson Huey, and two daughters, Mrs. Sam Palmer (Leafy) and Marguerite Huey, and four nieces and a nephew, Mrs. Art Ross of Normal; Mrs. Clifton Logan of Somerville, Mass.; Mrs. B. W. T. Fry of Andalusia; Elsie Huey and Charlie A. Huey of Brimfield. (Brimfield News, Thursday, Feb. 13, 1941, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Miss Belle Huey

    The Princeville Telephone contains the following account of the death of Miss Belle Huey, a second cousin of Mrs. Alf Whetzel, and well known here.
    "News which brought many expressions of surprise and regret spread quickly throughout the community on Monday with the word that Miss Belle Huey had passed away. Miss Huey, who was 80 years of age suffered from pneumonia and being naturally frail was unable to cope with this dread disease. Margaret Isabel Huey was born in W. Virginia Sept. 23, 1839. John and Margaret Huey, her parents, moved in the spring of 1846 near the line between Pennsylvania and West Virginia where they lived about 12 and one half years. Then they came by steam boat to Peoria, Illinois, Dec. 8, 1858. From there they came to live near where the Prospect church used to be north of Dunlap. They united with this church and lived there more than seven years. They moved to Akron township in February, 1866, to the farm one mile east of Princeville where they had since made their home. Many of the hardships of the pioneer were theirs and once their home was burned. Two brothers, Robert H. and Wm. Hervey have preceded Miss Belle in death; also a sister, Mary R. and her parents she being the last of the family. Her nearest relatives now are first cousins. She was a member of the Princeville Presbyterian church, the Sunday school and Missionary society, all of which she attended with a faithful devotion. For a great many years she had been a member of the W. C. T. U. In her younger days she was a teacher in the country schools for a good many years. She was always interested in the growth and welfare of children and will be missed by them as well as by the older people. Miss Huey was a member of the old Settlers Association. The funeral service was held at the Presbyterian church here at 9:30 a. m. Wednesday, conducted by the pastor Rev. E. M. Snook, assisted by Rev. C. P. Blekking of Dunlap. Interment was in Prospect cemetery near Dunlap."  (Brimfield News, Jan. 15, 1920, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Miss Julia Huey

    Funeral services for Miss Julia Alice Huey, who died at the home of her niece, Mrs. C. C. Logan, 415 E. Madison street, on December 2, 1926, were held at the home on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. They were simple according to her wish. Pastor Frank Weston of the First Baptist church conducted them, and spoke from Psalm 23:3. Many old friends and neighbors were present. The floral tributes were many and beautiful. Pastor Weston spoke of the useful and helpful life of the good woman who will long be missed by her loved ones and neighbors. Messrs. C. S. Rogers, Neil Campbell, Isaac Van Tuyl, S. Skipton, George Ross, and Dr. J. P. Hunt carried the body to its last resting place beside her father and mother in the cemetery at Pleasant Hill.
    Julia Alice Huey was a daughter of Webster and Anna Jones Huey. She was born in Brimfield, Illinois, September 9, 1860. She was the oldest of five children, three of whom with their father and mother have preceded her in death. She leaves to mourn her departure one brother, Arthur Huey, Danville, Iowa; her nieces and nephews, Mrs. A. H. Ross, Bloomington, Ill., Mrs. C. C. Logan, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Mrs. Zelline Carlisle, Chicago, Ill.; Miss Elsie Huey and Mr. Charles Huey, Brimfield, Ill.; Miss Leafy Huey, Des Moines, Iowa; Mrs. Paul Lambert, Danville, Iowa; several great grandnieces and nephews and many friends and neighbors. -- Mt. Pleasant Daily News.  (Brimfield News, Dec. 30, 1926, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Died

     Robert J. Huey, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Webb Huey, died at his home at Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, Monday Oct. 19, of pneumonia, after a brief illness. The remains were prepared for burial and brought to this place, arriving Tuesday evening, and taken to the home of James King where funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The body was accompanied from Mt. Pleasant by Mrs. R. J. Huey, Mr. Webb Huey and A. E. Huey. The Modern Woodmen held a short funeral service at the home at Mt. Pleasant and at Brimfield. Rev. Cox, of the Baptist church, made a short address after which Brimfield Camp, M. W. A., of which he was a faithful and honored member, took charge of the body and the services were conducted in accord with the impressive and beautiful burial ceremony of the order, the remains being laid to rest in Brimfield cemetery. A large crowd of relatives, neighbors and old friends were in attendance.
     Robert J. Huey was born July 4, 1867, near Brimfield, where he grew to manhood and where he was married to Miss Eva King, Sep. 13, 1893, who with two children, a boy and a girl, survive him. He was an industrious, honest and warm hearted young man, full of life and vigor, ever ready to do a kind act, and had many friends. Two years ago last spring, in company with his father's family, he moved to Iowa, where he has since resided. He was ill only a few days and the sorrowful news of his death was a great shock to the old friends and neighbors here, many of whom had not heard of his sickness. The bereaved family have the sympathy of the entire community in their sad affliction. (Brimfield News, Oct. 22, 1896, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Obituary

    At 12:15 o'clock Sunday morning Nov. 4, 1894, Mary, wife of James Huey, passed away, ripe in years, full of blessings and after a long and useful life, and for the first time in 66 years the paths of this venerable and worthy couple separated, hers diverting to the unknown and his continuing on through life. Mrs. Huey had been in poor health for eight months from general debility, due to her advanced age, and dropsy and it was the later that was the immediate cause of death. She was a great sufferer during her last illness and was unable to lie down until within a few hours of her death, when no longer able to sit up she was placed in bed. Her death occurred at her home, 402 South Fellows street, in the presence of her husband, son, and other members of the family.
    Mary A. Hahn was born June 25, 1809, at Zanesville, O. and was married May 14, 1829 to James Huey, who at the advanced age of 94 years survives her. They lived together as husband and wife, obeying the laws of God and man, for nearly 66 years. Twelve children were born to them 11 sons, and 1 daughter, of whom three died in infancy and nine came to maturity. The survivors are Melvin G., of South Bend; Milton S., David N., and Perry K. of Indianapolis, Cyrus K., of Pickering, Mo., and James F. of Stockton Kan. In 1853 Mr. and Mrs. Huey located in Indianapolis and remained there until 1858, when they came to South Bend and have resided here ever since. Soon after her marriage Mrs. Huey united with the Baptist church and transferred her membership wherever she went. Her fine Christian character was manifested in her visits to the poor, in the relations with her friends, in her domestic life and in the patience and fortitude with which she bore the suffering incident to the later days of her life. She was a constant attendant at church and always had a kind word for all. Her memory will be kindly cherished by the members of her family and many friends. --The South Bend Daily Tribune

    Mrs. Huey was the wife of James Huey, a brother of Virgil Huey, one of the early settlers of this county. (Brimfield News, Nov. 22, 1894, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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John Hill, 72, Long Time Pekin Resident, Expires

    John Hill, 72, long time resident of Pekin, died in the Pekin hospital at 4:35 o'clock this morning [died April 23, 1943]. Several months ago he suffered a severe fall, but had recovered sufficiently to resume his occupation as a salesman. He had a relapse a few days ago, however, and was taken to the hospital, where he continued to decline until his death this morning.
    Mr. Hill was born at Mapleton, Peoria county, Aug. 7, 1870. His parents, John and Susannah Harris Hill, were natives of England and came to this country nearly a century ago. They were the first settlers at Bartonville, and made their home there for many years. Mr. Hill married Phoebe Stoker in Peoria, Aug. 29, 1895. She died in 1931 and the husband several years later married Cora Bush in Pekin.
    Surviving daughters and sons of the first marriage are Mrs. Cecil Weyhrich, Pekin; Orrin A., Amhoy; Harold, Pekin; Mrs. Eloise Baer, Pekin, and John M., Farmington. One son, Edward, died in early boyhood. Thirteen sisters and brothers preceded him in death and one sister, Mrs. George Hermann, Peoria, survives. He also leaves 10 grandchildren.
    The deceased was engaged in the salon business in Pekin for 38 years and always conducted it in a manner that was within the law. Jack, as his acquaintances knew him, leaves many friends.
    Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed. Friends may call at the Preston and Jackson funeral home until time of services. (Peoria newspaper, unknown date, submitted by Carole Martin)

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Meets Death

MRS. THOMAS HUXTABLE, aged 76, of Bartonville, who was killed near Spencer, Ia., on Monday when the automobile driven by her husband skidded and upset. Her granddaughter, Vera Huxtable, aged 14, was cut and bruised about the head and face. They were en route to Harrisburg, So. Dak., to visit their son, John Huxtable. (Peoria newspaper, unknown date, submitted by Carole Martin)

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Mrs. E. M. Hall

     Mrs. E. M. [Ellen Matilda] Hall died very suddenly on Monday, about midnight, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John Ontjes, on their farm north of Sterling [Kansas].
     Mrs. Hall had not been feeling very well all summer but she was not thought to be in a particularly serious condition. Late Saturday afternoon while she was out in the yard, she suffered paralysis of the brain, and fell to the ground. She suffered intensely for a time after being taken into the house, but later in the evening she became much easier and did not suffer much pain from that time until death came to her release, and she passed peacefully away about midnight, Monday.
     Ella Catton was born at Brimfield, Ill., September 3, 1859. She was married December 20, 1880 to Simpson Hall, and the couple resided at Brimfield for about six years. They moved from Illinois to Kansas and lived on a farm near Lyons for six years, when they moved to Frederick, where they made their home for several years. Following that they lived in Utah for four years, returned to Loraine, Kansas, and resided there until Mr. Hall's death in 1914. Since the death of her husband, Mrs. Hall had made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Ontjes, for the most part, but had spent some time also at the home of her son, Merton Hall.
     The deceased was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at Triumph. She is survived by two brothers, Ira C. and Albert Catton, one sister, Mrs. Flora Grant, all of Brimfield, Ill., and her two children, Mrs. John Ontjes, of Lyons, and Wm. Merton Hall, of Sterling, also four grandchildren, Max and Juanita Ontjes, and Robert and Charles Hall.
     Funeral services were held from the Lyons M. E. Church, at 3 o'clock, this afternoon, conducted by Rev. W. P. McGarey. (Published in the Sterling Kansas Bulletin) (Brimfield News, Thursday, Sep. 14, 1919, submitted by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Mrs. Charles Huey

     Funeral services for Mrs. Charles Huey were held Tuesday afternoon at the residence. Mrs. Huey passed away suddenly Friday afternoon at the Methodist hospital where she had been a patient since December 9 when an emergency appendectomy was performed. She apparently was making good recovery and was looking forward to returning home when stricken.
     The home was filled with relatives and friends for the service conducted by the Reverend W. H. Young of Thawville. Rudolph Savage sang "Beautiful Isle of Somewhere." Interment was in the Brimfield cemetery and casket bearers were Harold Cecil, Keith Cecil, Arthur Sollenberger, Eugene Coyle, Wallace Phillips and Dean Miller.
     Luella Huey was born August 2, 1898, a daughter of Andrew and Ada Catton Whittaker. At the age of 16 she moved to Brimfield with her parents and younger brother.
     Surviving are the husband, her father, one brother, Andrew; a niece and nephew Carol and Buzzy Whittaker, who have spent many happy hours with her, and a nephew Dale Whittaker of [ ], Montana. Her mother and a brother, Harry, preceded her in death.
Card of Thanks
     We wish to convey to the relatives, friends and neighbors our sincere appreciation of the many expressions of sympathy in our bereavement. We also wish to thank everyone for the cards and letters Luella received during her illness.
Charles Huey Andrew Whittaker Andrew Whittaker, Jr. And Family

(Brimfield News, Thursday, Jan. 5, 1950, submitted by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Obituary

Last Sunday morning Mr. and Mrs. I. W. Silloway received the sad news of the death of Mrs. Margaret Huey of Princeville, Il. and left immediately for that place. The deceased was an aunt of Mrs. Silloway and was born in 1801 consequently was nearly 90 years old. She was one of the early settlers and at the time of her death was the oldest living member of the Presbyterian Church at Princeville. Mr. and Mrs. Silloway, Mrs. Lizzie Pursell, and Mrs. Alf Whetzel from this place attended the funeral which occurred Monday. The remains were laid to rest in the Prospect Cemetery. (Brimfield News, Aug. 28, 1890, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Obituary

Mrs. W. G. Huey

Mrs. W. G. Huey died on Wednesday, Feb. 18, at her country home southeast of this city, after an extended illness. Her death was the result of valvular disease of the heart. The funeral occurred on last Friday afternoon at two o'clock at the M. E. church. The services were conducted by Rev. Geo. T. Wetzel of Easton, Ill., an old friend of the family, assisted by Rev. Madden, pastor of the church here. The remains were buried in the Gibson cemetery.
Mrs. W. G. Huey was born near Espyville, Penn., June 9, 1839, her maiden name being Elsie Caroline Herriott. In the spring of 1866 she moved with her father's family to Brimfield, Peoria county, Ill. She was married at Brimfield on Feb. 5, 1868, to William G. Huey, who still survives. Mr. and Mrs. Huey moved to Bloomington in 1884 to educate their children, and moved from that city to their farm near Gibson in the spring of 1892, where they had since resided. It was in this country home that Mrs. Huey quietly passed away on Wednesday evening of last week. Three children and the devoted husband live to mourn the loss of this noble woman, the three sons, Virgil L., Winfield G., and Harry B., all living on the farm, the second being married and living near the old home. Three sisters and two brothers also survive Mrs. Huey. Since she was a little girl Mrs. Huey had been a member of the M. E. church. During the entire half century of her membership with this church she was a devoted follower of the Master, and an active worker in His cause. She was always especially active in temperance reform, and was a member of the W. C. T. U., being deeply interested in the success of that great national movement. Among those from a distance who were present at the funeral last Friday were S. W. Herriott (a brother) and wife of Peoria: Mrs. James Lucas (a sister) from Oak Hill, Ill.: Mr. and Mrs. I. W. Silloway of Peoria (the latter a sister of Mr. Huey): D. W. Huey (a brother of Mr. Huey) from Danville, Iowa, and Will H. Johnson of Bloomington. -- Gibson Courier  (Brimfield News, March 12, 1903, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Webster Huey

    Mr. Webster Huey, who has been ill for some time and who had been gradually sinking for several days passed away at his home last evening about eleven o'clock. Mr. Huey has been in declining health for three years having suffered a stroke of paralysis at that time and recently suffered another which grew fatal.
    He was born near Wheeling, W. Virginia, on March 27, 1835, and died October 13, 1910, at the age of seventy five years. Besides a widow he leaves three children, seven grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. Miss Julia Huey, resides at home, Mrs. George Ernest resides at Woonsocket, S. D., and Mr. Arthur E. Huey lives at Danville, Iowa, all being children of the deceased.
    Mr. Huey has been a resident of Henry county for seventeen years and of this city four years. He was a farmer by occupation and had many friends who held him in high esteem. Was a member of the Congregational church in Illinois.
    The funeral services will be held from the family residence on East Monroe street tomorrow at 1:30 o'clock. Rev. F. E. Weston will have charge of the funeral services at the house and interment will take place at Pleasant Hill cemetery.--Mt. Pleasant paper. (Brimfield News, Oct. 27, 1910, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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GEORGE H. IOERGER OF ALDEN, IA., DIES AT KENORA, CANADA

Heart Attack Cause of Death; Former Resident Here; Funeral Services in Iowa

Funeral services were held Sunday, Aug. 7, in St. Paul’s Lutheran church, Buckeye, Ia., for George H. Ioerger, 68, who died Thursday, Aug. 4, of a heart attack at Kenora, Canada. The Rev. W. E. Leckford officiated at the rites and burial was in the Buckeye cemetery.

Mr. Ioerger was born Sept. 8, 1880, in Peoria, son of Henry and Sonora Ioerger. He was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in the Lutheran faith. He attended Ten Mile school. He was married Dec. 31, 1907 to Johanna Gudat of Peoria. Except for a year spent in Minnesota, the couple made their home on farms in Hardin, Ia.

Mr. Ioerger is survived by two sons, Vernon and Valie; a daughter, Mrs. Martin Kading, and two grandchildren, all of Buckeye. Also surviving are two brothers, Fred of Jewel, Ia., and Lafe of Wells, Minn., and four sisters, Mrs. Cora Bertog, Mrs. Rena Luttschwager of Buckeye, Mrs. Sonora Bolton and Amanda Dowe of Peoria. His wife, two sisters, Mrs. Anna Winkler of Peoria and Mrs. Lydia Rossetter of Buckeye, and one brother, Virgil Ioerger preceded him in death.

The out of town guests at the funeral were: Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. Winkler, Mr. and Mrs. Morris Winkler and Mr. and Mrs. Lester Miller of R. R. 6, Peoria, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Wenger, Mr. and Mrs. George Winkler, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bolton and Mrs. Amanda Dowe of Peoria, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Winkler of Pekin, Mr. and Mrs. Alan Ioerger, Mrs. Maude Ioerger and Mr. and Mrs. Edmond Ioerger of Minonk and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Bowlby of Metamora.

REFERENCE:

Newspaper: The Metamora Herald
Newspaper Dated: August 19, 1949
Page 1; Column 2
Date of Death: August 4, 1949
Source: Microfilm; Illinois Prairie District Library at Woodford County, IL
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Hattie Adelia Jones

     Miss Hattie Adelia Jones, at Elmwood, Ill., July 6, 1869, united with the Congregational church when about 14 years of age; graduated from Elmwood High School when yet a girl, and from Knox College, Galesburg, Ill., when about 21 years old. She chose teaching as her life profession, going first to Beatrice, Neb., where she taught successfully for six years, part of which time she served as president of the Young People's Christian Endeavor, being a very active church worker.
     From thence she went to Castle, Wyoming, where she taught for two years. Although eminently successful in her chosen profession, she was forced to give up teaching after a term of eight years on account of failing health. So rapid was her decline in health that soon after she retired from the school room, she was prevailed on to come south in search of a more congenial clime. Accordingly she spent the winter of 1900 at Citronell, a famous health resort near Mobile, Ala. The next winter she spent in San Antonio, Texas, with some profit, returning to her home in the East the following summer. In the fall of 1902 she came to Seguin and has since lived with her brother and sister Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Pearson, and her aged mother, Mrs. S. G. Jones. Her illness was lingering and oftentimes attended with much pain, but she bore it all with patience and Christian submission. Her quiet, modest, and unassuming bearing won for her many warm friends during her brief residence in this, the city of her adoption.
     Of her, one her former pastor's writes: "Hattie was one of the most beautiful Christian characters I ever knew, a most faithful follower of our blessed Saviour, and while we cannot but deeply regret her early death, yet her memory will be sacred to all who knew her, and the pure and beautiful life she lived will be an inspiration to them as long as they live, and make their lives better than they ever would have been without it."
     Miss Jones passed to her reward on the night of the 16th of February, 1904, attended by the loving family and devoted friends. She was buried from the family residence at 4:30 o'clock, on the afternoon of the 17th, the Baptist pastor officiating. The very large concourse of friends that followed her remains to the Riverside cemetery attest the high esteem in which she was held by the people of the community.

To the bereaved ones we tender our deepest sympathy in this, their great sorrow.
"Dearest one, thou hast left us;
We our loss do deeply feel,
But 'tis God that haft bereft us;
He can all our sorrows heal."
T. J. Dodson
Pastor, Baptist Ch., Seguin, Texas

     Mrs. S. G. Jones will be remembered as a sister to the late Mrs. Rebecca McQuown, and also of Mrs. I. W. Silloway, W. G. Huey, John Huey and Webster Huey. (Brimfield News, Mar. 10, 1904, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Jessie Catton Jones

Chillicothe - Jessie L. Catton Jones, 78, formerly of Peoria, died at 8:25 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29, 2003, at Heritage Manor in Chillicothe. Born July 22, 1925, in Campbellsville, Ky., to John Thomas and Loma F. Anderson Loveless, she married Floyd D. Catton on Jan. 1, 1945, in

Peoria. Surviving are three sons, Garland of Henry, Gerald of Chillicothe and Leon of Peoria; two daughters, Dianne Crisfield and Debbie Smith, both of Peoria; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; three brothers, Paul Loveless of Glenn Fork, Ky., Benjamin "Wesley" Loveless of Russell Springs, Ky., and Tommy Loveless of Jamestown, Ky.; and one sister, Joyce Smith of Bowling Green, Ky.

She was preceded in death by one son, Garry Catton, and two sisters. She was of the Baptist faith. There will be no services or visitation. Cremation has been accorded, and burial of ashes will be at a later date. Arrangements are by Wilton Mortuary in Peoria. Memorials may be made to the American Parkinson's Disease Association.

(Peoria Journal Star, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2004, submitted by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Sarah Jones

     Mr. and Mrs. Alf Whetzel attended the burial service of Mrs. Sarah Jones at Elmwood Tuesday. Mrs. Jones was an aunt of Mrs. Whetzel. Her home has been at Seguin, Texas, for some years, but she recently moved to her girlhood home in Virginia, near Wheeling, where her death occurred a few days ago. The remains were brought to Elmwood, where they were laid to rest by the side of her husband in the family lot. (Brimfield News, June 4, 1914, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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W. A. Jones received word Saturday of the death of his aunt, Mrs. Sarah Jones, in Virginia. The burial took place Tuesday in Elmwood. (Brimfield News, June 4, 1914, submitted by Laurie Huey)

Obituary.

     Sarah Gilmore Jones died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. O. G. Pearson, near Manquin, Virginia, on May 30, 1914, and was brought to Elmwood for burial Tuesday, June 2nd.
     Sarah Gilmore Huey was born in West Alexander, Washington county, Pennsylvania, on May 16, 1832, and came to Brimfield, Peoria county, Ill., with her father's family in November 1849. On May 29, 1862 she was united in marriage to L. F. Jones of Elmwood, where she resided with her husband during her entire married life. Her husband died June 16, 1871 and is buried in Elmwood cemetery. Their family consisted of one son and two daughters, J. E. Jones, now of Beatrice, Nebraska, Mrs. Flora Pearson, wife of Dr. O. G. Pearson, at whose home Mrs. Jones died, and Harriett Jones, who died several years ago and is also buried at Elmwood.
     After the death of her husband, Mrs. Jones moved to Galesburg, where her children were educated in Knox college. In later years she has resided with her son, J. E. Jones at Beatrice, Nebraska, and more recently with her daughter, Mrs. Pearson, at Seguin, Texas, and from there removed in the fall of 1918 to a farm near Richmond, Virginia.
     Besides the son and daughter she leaves two brothers to mourn her death, William Huey, Gibson City, Ill., who is now past 88 years of age, and John D. Huey of Monmouth, Ill., who is past 84 years of age.
     Mrs. Jones united with the Free Presbyterian church before coming to Illinois, and later united with the Congregational church of which denomination she has remained a devoted and consistent member to the time of her death. (Brimfield News, June 11, 1914, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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A. Marguerite Witherbee Karls

West Peoria - A. Marguerite Witherbee Karls, 85, of West Peoria, formerly of Wonder Lake, died at 12:15 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, 2004, at Manor Care Health Services in Peoria. Born June 14, 1919, in Galesburg to Ezra and Grace Mae Catton Williams, she married Lawrence Witherbee on Jan. 13, 1962, in Galesburg. He died July 1, 1978, in Woodstock. She later married Joseph Karls on March 4, 1980, in Ringwood. He died June 29, 1980, in Wonder Lake. She also was preceded in death by two sons, James L. Day and J. Larry Day; two sisters; two brothers; and one great-grandson. She worked as a waitress in the Peoria area for many years. Services will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Wright & Salmon Mortuary. The Rev. Nolan Harwood will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Windridge Cemetery in Cary. Memorials may be made to West Peoria Fire and Rescue, Peoria Animal Welfare Shelter or any charity. (Peoria Journal Star, Jul. 7, 2004, submitted by Barb Miroslaw)

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In Akron township, July 15, 1888, of dropsy, etc., John Kumli, aged 69 years and 5 months.

(Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, Aug. 2, 1888, transcribed by Sandy MacDonald)

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Obituary

Timothy Landers died at his home on the Greenewalt farm northeast of Oak Hill last Thursday. His remains were taken to Chillicothe, Ill., his former home, for burial, funeral services being held at St. Edward's Church in that city on Saturday at ten o'clock. He leaves a wife and five children. Mr. Landers purchased the farm where he died, about a year ago, coming here from near Chillicothe. (Brimfield News, Thursday, Jan. 21, 1909, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Obituary

     Mary Ann McCandlish was born in Morgan county, Virginia, on the 13th day of September, 1819; was married to John Keefer, November 5, 1843, in Bedford county, Pennsylvania.
     There were born to them six children, namely: Fredrick Thompson, Jane Clarise, John William, Francis Dawson, Edward James and Samuel, all of whom survive except Francis D. who died in early manhood at Brimfield.
     From the marriages of her children there were born fifteen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
     They both united with the Methodist church in Kickapoo, Ill. in 1856. Her husband, Mr. John Keefer, died Oct. 8, 1865, at Jubilee, Ill. and the deceased, Mrs. Mary Ann Keefer, died at her home in Brimfield, Feb. 24, 1909, aged 89 years, 6 months and 10 days.
     Leaving the mountains and valleys of their native East, the deceased came with her husband to the, then, sparsely settled West, first living a few years near Hannibal and Palmyra, Missouri. Like Maryland and Virginia had been their home, Missouri was then a slave state and the familiar scene of negro habitations and negro laborers gave to the undeveloped country some of the features of their former home and helped somewhat to wean their affections away from their quiet eastern hills.
     The fame of the broad prairies and fertile lands of Illinois, however, soon won them from their first choice and in the fall of 1851 they removed with relatives to Jubilee township having already selected farms there and where the family of the deceased made their homes for nearly forty years. After leaving the Jubilee home she passed the declining years of her widowhood in the vicinity and village of Brimfield. She was a faithful wife, a devoted mother and a kind and generous neighbor. Always a friend of the distressed and ever solicitous to relieve the troubles of others. She was fortunate in all the circumstances of her family relations. Having a kind indulgent husband and dutiful children, she had few of the trials which embitter life and throughout her nearly ninety years her sweet disposition and unruffled nature knew more of smiles than tears. Thus it was hers to live in the bosom of her family and at last to pass peacefully to that mysterious beyond surrounded by her children whose presence and cheerful services had ever lightened the shadows of widowhood and kept fresh her generous, loving and kindly heart to the end. Few have lived to such faltering faith in all mankind and fewer escaped the knowledge of evil which never was known or guessed by her.
     The funeral services were held on Friday following her death, the funeral sermon being preached at 10 a. m. at the residence by Rev. C. D. Shoemaker. The pallbearers were her grandsons, Frank, Fred, Ralph and Claude Keefer, and her two great-grandsons, Rudolph and Lloyd Savage. The remains were tenderly laid to rest by the side of her husband, in the Bramble cemetery in Jubilee township. (Brimfield News, Mar. 4, 1909, submitted by Janet Bledsoe)

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Benjamin Kneer

Benjamin Kneer [First name is actually Benedict...correction and photo by John Melton], one of the old and respected citizens of this vicinity, died at the home of his son, Joe Kneer, near Williamsfield, on Friday night, November 17. The funeral services were held in Brimfield at St. Joseph's church Tuesday morning and the remains were laid to rest in Cavalry cemetery, by the side of his wife, who died many years ago. (Brimfield News, Nov. 23, 1911, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Erhard Kramm Dies After Long Illness (May 4, 1837- June 11, 1918)

Erhard Kramm a resident of Peoria for 64 years died at 9:30 o'clock last evening at his residence, 1110 North Madison Street after an illness of some duration.

He was born in Germany and lived there until 1837 when he was 17 years old when the family came to America. In 1854 he came to Peoria where he established a retail and wholesale coal business. His marriage to Miss Emilie Caquelin of Ottawa Illinois took place in this city in 1863.

Mr. Kramm was a member of the Masonic order and was a prominent and highly esteemed citizen of Peoria. He was universally regarded as a man of highest principals and fine character and leaves hosts of friends to mourn his loss.

He is survived by four sons, Harold Kramm of Indianapolis, and Charles Kramm, Dr. Erhard Kramm Jr., and Dr William Kramm all of Peoria.

Funeral services will take place tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Winzler Chapel with Rev. F.B. Bess of the German Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be made in Springdale Cemetery. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Mary Kocak)

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Joseph Lazisky, 32, former resident of Bartonville, died Sunday morning in Phoenix, Ariz., following a brief illness.

A son of Frank and Cassie Lazisky, he was born in Athens, Ill., Nov. 27, 1908. He had been employed for a number of years as a telegrapher for the Postal Telegraph company and more recently for the Shapiro Brothers company in Arizona.

Surviving are his mother, 503 Garfield avenue, Bartonville; a brother, Marion, Bartonville; and six sisters, Della, Cassie, Frances and Camille Lazisky, all of Bartonville; Mrs. Walter Shradick, East Peoria, and Mrs. Carl Goetz, Peoria.

The body will be returned to the Wilton mortuary.

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Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Wilton mortuary for Joseph Lazisky, above, 32, formerly of Bartonville, who died Sunday morning at Phoenix, Ariz. Further services will be held at 9 a.m. at St. Boniface church. Burial will be in St. Joseph's cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary Friday afternoon and night. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Marion I. Laziky, 58, of 22 Alexander Ln., Bartonville, died at 10 p.m. Monday at his home.

Born Nov. 23, 1907, in Petersburg, a son of Frank and Cassie Chernevski Lazisky, he was married to Lois Struebing Oct. 30, 1948.

She survives with his mother of Bartonville; one daughter, Miss Camille Lazisky, at home; and six sisters, Mrs. Ellen Sneden, Misses Della and Cassie Lazisky and Mrs. Frances Sommer, all of Peoria, Mrs. Camille Lindquist of Evanston and Mrs. Evelyn Goetz of Bartonville.

A veteran of the Coast Guard in World War II, Mr. Lazisky worked at Hiram Walker and Son, Inc., for 32 years.

Services will be at 10 a.m. tomorrow at Stone Mortuary, Bartonville, the Rev. Raymond Krutz officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Peoria. Friends may call at the mortuary from 5 to 9 p.m. today. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Cassie M. Lazisky, 75, of 1116 Moss Ave. died at 12:50 Thursday (Dec. 27, 1990) at Methodist Medical Center.

She was born Oct. 2, 1915, in Peoria to Frank and Cassie Chervenski Lazisky.

She is survived by five sisters, Ellen Cashen, Della Lazisky, Frances Sommer, and Evelyn Goetz, all of Peoria, and Camille Lindquist of Newport Beach, Cali.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.

She worked as a secretary in the law office of Julian B. Venezki.

She was a member of the Catholic faith.

Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel, with Franciscan Friars officiating. Visitation will be one hour before services at the chapel. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Mid-West Affiliate. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Della Lazisky

Della Lazisky, 79, of Peoria died at 4:55 p.m. Monday, May 31, 1993, at Methodist Medical Center.

She was born June 12, 1913, in Tallula to Frank and Cassie Chernevski Lazisky.

Surviving are four sisters, Ellen Cashen, Frances Sommer, and Evelyn Goetz, all of Peoria, and Camille Lundquist of Newport Beach, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. Two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.

She was a medical secretary for Orthopedic Associates, retiring in 1982.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Cumerford-Endsley Memorial Home. The Franciscan friars will officiate. Visitation will be one hour before services at the memorial home. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to American Heart Association. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Pat Schneider)

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Miss Hattie Learned

Funeral services for Miss Hattie Learned were held Tuesday afternoon at the Trivoli Methodist Church, the Rev. Marshall Semingson officiating. Songs “In the Sweet Bye and Bye” and “At the End of the Road” were sung by Mrs. Dallas Eccless with Mrs. Harry Statler at the organ. Casket bearers were great nephews, Donald, John Holland, Robert and Harold Beetler [or Beetier] and Frank and Gerald Learned. Burial was in the family plot in the Brimfield cemetery.

She was born Dec. 17, 1867 near Brimfield, the daughter of Turrell and Mary Learned. Most of her long life was spent in the vicinity of Brimfield, where she was a frequent visitor after going with her brother George to Trivoli 37 years ago. Since his death she has resided with his son Holland Learned.

She was the last of her family—her brothers Harry and George and her sister Carrie all being deceased. Miss Learned died Saturday August 11, [1956] following a long illness. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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Funeral.

     The funeral of N. B. Love, late cashier of the C., B. & Q., occurred yesterday afternoon. The mortuary services were held at Calvary Mission Church, and there were several ministers present. The Rev. A. Z. McGogney, pastor of the church, and the Rev. N. D. Hillis, of the First Presbyterian congregation, conducted the ceremony, which was the most impressive. The "Q" employees were there in force and there was a large assemblage of mourners. Mr. Love was one of the most respected and amiable men in the entire railroad force of the city. He was widely known, and his loss is deeply regretted by all who in any way associated with him. (Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, May 17, 1888, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Obituary

     Mrs. J. Ludwig died Mon. morning at 10:30 at her home, 212 North Garfield avenue. She had been a sufferer from heart trouble for the past two years. She was 60 years of age, was born in Germany and came to Peoria in 18(6?) 7. She leaves besides her husband, five children: George, Mrs. Matilda Tobias, August, Henry, all of Peoria, and Mrs. Lena Hagen of Mason City. Arrangements for the funeral are not yet made. (Peoria Journal, Tuesday, Sep. 23, 1913, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Fred Luthi

Funeral services for Fred Luthi, 54 years old, 1223 Second Ave., retired farmer, who died Saturday night at St. Francis hospital, will be held at 12:45 p. m. Wednesday at the Winzeler undertaking parlor and at 1:30 p.m. at the Apostolic Christian church, 511 Green St. Burial will be at Springdale Cemetery.

Mr. Luthi was born in West Bend, Iowa, January 16, 1884, and came to Peoria in 1937 from Morris, Minn. where he had engaged in farming for 35 years. He is survived by his widow Mrs. Tillie Luthi, two daughter, Mrs. William Veatch and Miss Eva E. Luthi, both of Peoria, two sisters, Mrs. Joseph Moser and Miss Mary Luthi, both of Morris, three brothers, C. A. West Bend, and John and William Luthi, of Morris and one granddaughter. (Peoria Journal-Transcript, Monday, Dec. 19, 1938, pg. 4, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Mrs. Henry McCartney

Funeral services for Mrs. Henry McCartney were held Wednesday afternoon from the Johnson Funeral Home, the Reverend T. C. Hargreaves, officiating. "Somewhere" and "Lord, Kindly Light" were sung by Rudolph Savage. Burial was in the Brimfield cemetery and casket bearers were Ralph Carter, Wm. Carter, D. M. Coon, R, E, Carson, Ben German, Joe Covie.

Mrs. McCartney passed away Sunday noon at the home of her sister, Mrs. Peter McGrane in Peoria where she had gone about two weeks ago to spend the winter, as was her custom. She had spent the summer and early winter with her three sons in this vicinity.

A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Catton, Martha Catton was born here June 28, 1871. She married Henry McCartney and until his death in 1934 they farmed near Brimfield.

Surviving are three sons, Joe McCartney of Brimfield; Chester McCartney of Elmwood and Harold McCartney of Oak Hill; also four grandchildren, Mrs. Irl Goudy of Galesburg; Beatrice McCartney of Brimfield, Kay and David McCartney of Oak Hill, the sister, and one brother, Bert Catton of Marshall, Minn.


Card of Thanks

We want to thank our good neighbors and friends for the lovely flowers, cards and other kindness shown us at the time of the passing of our mother Mrs. Martha McCartney.

Mr. and Mrs. Joe McCartney and Family
Mr. and Mrs. Charles McCartney
Mr. and Mrs. Harold McCartney and Family

(Brimfield News, Jan. 1, 1948, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Patterson Funeral Home. Adrian Swindler will officiate. There will be no visitation. Burial will be in Elmwood.

Henry W. McCartney

Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church Saturday afternoon March 24, for the late Henry McCartney. Rev. Thomas Spencer conducted the services and hymns were sung by Florence Hamilton and Mrs. E. R. Claybaugh.

Pallbearers were H. A. Coon, Wm. Carter, Sr., George Corner, Henry Memler, Fred Finck and H. A. Blundy, and interment was in the Brimfield cemetery.

The following obituary was read at the service.

William Henry McCartney, son of Robert and Anna McCartney was born in Ohio, March 7, 1860 and died at the Proctor hospital in Peoria March 21, 1934, aged 74 years and 14 days.

In 1868 at the age of eight years, he came with his family to Trivoli, Illinois, where he grew to manhood.

He was united in marriage with Martha Catton February 16, 1898, and to this union were born four sons, Joseph Marsden, Henry Chester, Charles Elwood and Harold Edwin.

Beside the wife and three sons he is survived by two granddaughters, Maxine and Beatrice McCartney of Peoria, three sisters, Mrs. Sarah Johnson of Elmwood, Mrs. C. W. Sander of St. Louis, Mrs. Lena Cole of Glasford. One brother and two sisters preceded him in death.

After his marriage he moved to a farm near Brimfield and has continued to live in and near Brimfield until his death.

His cheery, hopeful disposition made him many friends who with the relatives mourn his passing.

Hope springs eternal in the human breast,
Man never is, but always to be blest.
The soul, uneasy and confined from home,
Now rests and rejoices in a life to come.
A home in heaven! What a joyful thought,
A poor man toils o'er his weary lot,
His heart opprest and with anguish striven,
From his home below at last to his home in heaven.

(Brimfield News, March 29, 1934, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Charles McCulley

Funeral services for Charles "Tod" McCulley will be held this afternoon at 3 o'clock, Rev. H. H. McFall officiating. Interment was in Fon du Lac cemetery. (Peoria Star, Thursday, April 30, 1931, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Mrs. Nettie M. McKibben

Funeral services for Mrs. Nettie M. McKibben, 77 of 1511 of W. Fredonia Avenue, who died at 2:30 a.m. Saturday at the Mahoney Convalescent Home, will be held at 12 p.m. Monday at the Guass Mortuary.

The Rev. Idris Jones of First Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Brimfield Cemetery.

Friends may call at the mortuary from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday.

Mrs. McKibben was the wife of Gilbert M. McKibben. They were married in Peoria April 25, 1909. Born of Brimfield Feb. 15, 1879, she was a daughter of Thomas and Nancy Kellogg Johnson.

After graduating from Brown’s School of Business, Mrs. McKibben taught there for a time before becoming a bookkeeper for the old Avery Co. She had been an active member of First Baptist church for many years and formerly was treasurer of the board of the Florence Crittenton Home. She also held membership in Electa hapater, OES; the Fortnightly Club; the Book Review Club and the Sewing Club.

Surviving are her husband; one daughter Mrs. Charles D. (Evelyn) Ashby of Peoria and one granddaughter. The last member of her family, Mrs. McKibben was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister. (Peoria Journal, Feb. 3, 1957, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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Obituary: Goldie McNeese

Chillicothe - Goldie B. McNeese, 68, of 118 Pinewood Park, Lot 118, died at 1:58 a.m. Wednesday, April 28, 1993, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
   Born July 16, 1924, in Ridgetop, Tenn., to Urban and Alli (Trenary) Hackney, she married Woodrow Wilson McNeese on June 13 1942, in Athens Ala. He died Jan. 10, 1990, in Peoria. One sister and one brother also preceded her in death.
   Surviving are two sons, Dennis and Roger McNeese, both of Chillicothe; three daughters, Linda Long of Peoria, Mrs. Burt (Aundrea Faye) Liesman of Chillicothe and Mrs. Kenneth (Vera) Whetstone of Metamora; three bothers, Bill Oden and Luis Hackney, both of Nashville Tenn. and Grady Trenary of Doraville, Ga.; 14 Grandchildren; and one great granddaughter.
   Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Davison-Fulton Anderson Chapel in Chillicothe. The Rev. Raymond Harrison will officiate. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 tonight at the chapel.  Burial will be in the Chillicothe City Cemetery.
   Memorials may be made to Rescue 33 of Chillicothe or the American Cancer Society. (Peoria Journal Star, April 29, 1993, submitted by Tracy Kyle)

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Died

Mrs. Rebecca McQuown, whose illness was mentioned last week, died at her home in Brimfield January 1, 1901. The funeral services were held yesterday afternoon at the Congregational church. Mrs. McQuown was one of the early settlers of this community. A complete account of her life will appear in the next issue. (Brimfield News, Jan. 3, 1901, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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Mrs. Rebecca McQuown

    Mrs. Rebecca McQuown died after a brief illness at her home in Brimfield on Tuesday morning, Jan. 1, 1901.
    Rebecca Huey was born in West Alexander, Washington county, Pa., May 2 1824. Here her early years were spent and in this vicinity she grew to womanhood, her parents living a part of this time in Virginia and later removing again to West Alexander, where on Dec. 4, 1843 she was united in marriage to Mr. John McQuown, a native of Pennsylvania. They began housekeeping near West Alexander, where they lived for a number of years and then came west to this state settling in the vicinity of Brimfield. They lived in this vicinity for about eight years and then returned to their native home at West Alexander, where they resided about six years, removing later to near Wheeling, West Virginia, where Mr. McQuown died Oct. 12, 1866.
    Mr. and Mrs. McQuown were the parents of nine children, five boys and four girls. Robert, the eldest son, enlisted in August 1862 in Co. D., 12th Va. Vol. Inf. and served until April 2, 1865 when he was killed in battle at Petersburg. The second son, Alvin, enlisted in the cavalry service and served about a year, being killed in battle at Moorefield, Va., Aug. 7, 1864. Ruth, the youngest daughter, married Mr. James Adams. of Brimfield, and died in Denver, Colo. June 6, 1894. Six children are left to mourn her loss, viz: Mrs. I. N. Hart, of Eldorado Springs, Mo.; Edward McQuown, of Sunnydale, Kansas; Mrs. Alf Whetzel, of Brimfield; Mrs. Elizabeth Pursell, of Brimfield; Wm. McQuown, of Oklahoma, and Virgil McQuown of Mt. Pleasant, Ia.
    In November 1866, Mrs. McQuown left her Virginia home, and with her seven children then living, came to Brimfield, Ill., where her parents and brothers and sisters then resided. Here she has lived ever since, and her life familiar to the many who have known her during these years. A devoted christian mother, a kind hearted and sympathizing friend and neighbor, always working for the welfare of her family and friends, and ever ready to extend a helping hand to others in time of need, she made warm friends of all who knew her.
    Mrs. McQuown professed the christian faith under the preaching of Rev. Jas. Smith in 1871 and united with the Presbyterian church in Brimfield, and remained a faithful member of that church until May, 1900, when she united with the Congregational church in Brimfield. During these many years her christian life was above reproach. Quietly but humbly and reverently she sought to meet her obligations to God and man. She was unassuming, unpretentious and possessed that wisdom which is from above, which is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to [ ] and of mercy and good [ ] and without hipocrisy." Such a life could be no other than one of steady growth. Giving all diligence she added to her faith, virtue, and to virtue knowledge; and to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; and to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity."
    We extend to all the sorrowing friends our heart felt sympathy and exhort them in the language of the great Apostle. "Sorrow not, even as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, [ ] them also which sleep in [ ] will God bring with him."
    The funeral services were held at the Congregational church on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 2, and on account of the illness of the pastor, Rev. Charles McCluer, were conducted by Rev. J. E. Mercer, of the M. E. church. The body was laid to rest in the Brimfield Cemetery.
    Relatives and friends from out of town who were present at the funeral services were, Mr. W. G. Huey, of Gibson City, Ill., and Mr. Webb Huey, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa, brothers of the deceased, and a sister, Mrs. Sarah Jones, of Arlington, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. I. N. Hart, of Eldorado Springs, Mo.; Edward McQuown, of Sunnydale, Kansas; Virgil McQuown, of Mt. Pleasant, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hart, of Princeville, and Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Radley, of Elmwood. (Brimfield News, Jan. 10, 1901, submitted by Laurie Huey)

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At Chillicothe, June 4, 1888, Flora G. McMannamy, aged 17 years, 7 months and 21 days. (Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, June 14, 1888, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Mrs. Clarence Maher

Florence Gladys Maher, nee Grant, was born Aug. 29, 1899 and died at St. Francis hospital, Peoria, Sunday, Feb. 8, 1920 at 10:35 p.m. at the age of 20 years, 7 months and 9 days.

Florence was the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. U. K. Grant. She attended the county schools and later the Brimfield high school from which she graduated with the class of 1918. She was selected to give the class prophecy. Those who remember the witty predictions made concerning the future of the members of her class realize how strangely incongruous were the spirit of gladness in those predictions with her own sad fate within two short years. She taught one year successfully, admired and loved by her pupils.

On May 14, 1919 she was united in marriage to Clarence L. Maher and their brief wedded life of nine months was full of happiness. She had everything to live for and her death is full of inexpressable sadness.

She was taken ill with influenza and in a little over a week developed into dread pneumonia.

Florence was a great lover of flowers and next to her devotion to her husband was never so happy as when she was caring for them. Hers was a loveable disposition, thoughtful and kind to all her friends. She and her sister, Hylda were constant companions and with true sisterly affection confided in each other. At the last she suffered intensely but patiently. Every thing possible was done for her but as is so frequently true with that fatal disease her friends were obliged to watch the losing battle and to hear her heartbreaking cry, "help me, help me!" while they were powerless to help.

She leaves besides her grief stricken husband her father and mother, and two sisters, Vera and Hylda.

The sadness of the service was increased by the illness and absence of the mother.

In her early years she was a faithful member of the Methodist Sunday School and there learned lessons of duty and service which did much to shape her life.

"The tomb is not an endless night,
It is a thoroughfare - a way
That closes in a soft twilight,
And opens in an eternal day."

The funeral service was held at the M. E. church Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock and was very largely attended. The sermon was preached by A. A. Waters.

Music was furnished by Mrs. H. O. Cady, Mrs. Addison Pacey, W. W. Harding and A. A. Waters.

The body was laid to rest in the family lot in Brimfield cemetery.

The floral offerings were many and beautiful. As a mark of respect to her memory the high school was dismissed for the afternoon, and the business houses were closed during the hour of service. (Brimfield News, Feb. 12, 1920, transcribed by Barb Miroslaw, courtesy of Janet Bledsoe)

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Stanley Patrick "Stan" Mallery, 72, of Edelstein, Ill., a Caterpillar Inc. design engineer, McComb Chevrolet employee and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died. He was born in Lafayette, Ill. He is survived by wife Mary Ellen, daughters Helen Bloom and Kathy Hornback, sister Shirley Lum and seven grandchildren. Services to be held in Peoria, Ill. Donations suggested to Traveler's Protective Association Deaf Scholarship Fund, Salvation Army or charity.  (Honolulu Star-Bulletin, Aug. 1, 2004, submitted by Mallory Smith)

ALBERT MARSHALL

WELL KNOWN OLD SETTLERS ARE CALLED TO THEIR REWARD -- Albert A. M. Marshall was born in Coxsackie, New York, May 3, 1838 and died September 7, 1920 at his farm south east of Brimfield. His death, while not unexpected, was sudden. He was the eldest son of Marvin and Lois Marshall, who were among the early settlers of Peoria county, coming from the east and settling on a homestead near Brimfield.

In October, 1858, he was baptized and united with the Baptist church in Brimfield of which he was a member to the day of his death.

January 1, 1867 he was united in marriage with Abby R. Willard, youngest daughter of Alpheus and Maria Willard, early settlers from the east who settled on the farm now owned by Mr. Harry Chamberlain.

Mrs. Marshall died January 15, 1902. After her death Mr. Marshall remained on the farm one year, one of his daughters keeping house for him. At the end of the year he rented the farm and went west to visit relatives and friends. When he returned he lived first with one son and then another, finally going back to Nebraska, where he lived for several years. Returning to the farm he has since made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Horace Moon, to whom he rented the farm, although many times urged by his children to make his home with some one of them.

Mr. Marshall was one of the few remaining pioneers of this vicinity, and the last of his father's family to go, his brothers and sisters having passed away several years ago. He is survived by four sons and four daughters.

Funeral serviced were help Thursday afternoon, Sept. 9, at 2 p.m. at the house and also at the Baptist church. Rev. H. F. Jones of Macomb, Illinois, a former pastor and Rev. Richard Pacey, a lifelong friend of the family conducted the services after which the body was laid to rest in the Brimfield cemetery.

The pall bearers were Messrs. Addison Pacey, L. Hasselbacher, H. A. Blundy, Will Chamberlain, John Kingdon and J. A. Clark.

Those from out of town attending the funeral were Misses Birdie and Cora Marshall, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Cowperthwhite, M. L. H. McGarrah and Miss Anna Rynearson of Peoria; E. W. Marshall of Pequot, Minn.; H. F. Marshall and family of Canton; Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Marshall of Eureka; Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Lightfoot and son of Farmington; and Miss May Hathaway of Yates City. On account of illness, Jane Marshall McGarrah, W. A. Marshall and R. H. Marshall were unable to be present. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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MRS. ABBY M. MARSHALL

Marshall, Abby Russell, was born Nov. 2, 1841 and died Jan. 15, 1902, aged 60 years, 2 months and 13 days.

The subject of this sketch was born near Brimfield, Illinois on the place now owned by Mr. Henry Chamberlain. Her maiden name was Abby Russell Willard.

She was united in marriage to Albert M. Marshall Jan. 1, 1867. To this union were born eight children, three sons and five daughters. All are living and were present with their mother during her last illness except one daughter, Nellie, who died Oct. 15, 1899.

Mrs. Marshall united with the Baptist church in Brimfield during the pastorate of Elder Hazen, August 14, 1859. For more than forty two years she was a faithful and earnest worker in the society. To the church in its social gathering, its public worship, its communion service, its Sunday school work, and all its other interests, she gave her untiring efforts and earnest prayers. Her missionary zeal is deserving of special mention, as she was particularly interested in foreign missions.

For forty two years her life has been one of self sacrifice, one of deep devotion to noble purposes, loyal to her church and consecrated to her Lord. She loved the old hymns; one of her favorites was "I love Thy Kingdom, Lord, the house of Thine above--The church our blest Redeemer saved With his own precious blood."

In all her demeanor she was unobtrusive, full of kindness and love for others. Her friendship was highly appreciated by all those who knew her. In every essential of home life she was truly "wife and mother".

Her last illness was of short duration. She died in peace. The death of such a character is a serious loss to society, to the church, and to the home, but we rejoice in the thought that the impress of her life upon the hearts and minds of others will live through all the ages; and though dead, she yet speaketh.

She leaves besides a host of friends, two brothers, one sister, several children and husband, who today mourn over her unexpected departure. May they all find comfort in the thought that earth's darkness of today will be driven away by the light of 'tomorrow'. They will meet their loved one again.

The funeral services were held at the Baptist church, Brimfield, Ill., Saturday, Jan. 18, at 10:30 a.m., the pastor being assisted by Rev. H. V. Cox, a former pastor of deceased, now of the Baptist church at Farmington, Ill. Rev. Cox spoke very impressively from Gal. 5:22-23 -- The christian graces. Mrs. Marshall leaves behind her many evidences that these graces prevailed in her life. She will be missed on earth but heaven is enriched by her home coming and from the battlements of heaven she will watch for her dear ones left behind and hail their coming with divine exultation.

Those present at the funeral services from abroad were: J. M. Marshall, Cissna Park, Ill.; C. M. Marshall, West Pullman, Ill.; E. R. Marshall and Emerald Fisher, Eureka, Ill.; Mary B. Willard, Marvin Fuller and Anna Rynearson, Peoria, Ill. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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HARRY MARSHALL

     Harry E. Marshall, 79, of 1715 Lydia Ave., a resident here 29 years died at 11:05 this morning [June 6, 1956] at his home.
     A former salesman, for some time he worked for Commercial Solvents, retiring in 1934 when he was injured in an accident. Born in Brimfield June 22, 1877, he was a son of Albert A. M. and Abby R. Willard Marshall. He married Ella May Bishop in Galesburg June 26, 1901.
     Surviving are his wife: four daughters, Mrs. Abby R. Miller, Canton, Mrs. Edith Weir and Mrs. Helen Osterman, both of Peoria, and Mrs. Ruth Brumner, Metamora; two sons, George of Canton and Eugene R. of Peoria. Two sisters, Mrs. June McGarah and Mrs. Stella Cowperthwaite, both of Peoria; 15 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Three sisters and three brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral arrangements are in charge of Endsley & Son funeral home, 1417 Stanley St. (Peoria). (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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BIRDIE A. MARSHALL

Miss Marshall, teacher, dies – Assisted Principal at Sumner School

     Miss Birdie A. Marshall, retired schoolteacher and former resident of 207 College St., died at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday [June 30, 1954] at the Sweeney Convalescent Home where she had been a patient since last Apr 27 when she suffered a broken hip.
     Born in Jubilee Township, Peoria County, she was the oldest of the eight children of Albert and Abby Willard Marshall. After spending her early years on the farm where she was born, Miss Marshall became a teacher in the country schools. Later she came to Peoria and taught for many years art Sumner School where she was assistant to the principal.
     When the open window room was started at Glen Oak School, Miss Marshall was asked to take charge of it. She remained there until her retirement. Many of her former pupils have kept in touch with her through the years, remembering her as a faithful teacher and friend.
Miss Marshall was a member of First Baptist Church and taught in the junior department of the Sunday School there for many years. She and a sister, Miss Cora Marshall have resided together for many years.
     Surviving are three sisters, Miss Cora Marshall, Mrs. Lewis H. McGarrah and Mrs. Earle F. Cowperthwaite; one brother, Harry E. Marshall, all of Peoria and several nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Cumerford-Endsley Memorial Home with the Rev. I. W. Jones of First Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at Brimfield. Friends may call at the memorial home this evening. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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CORA MARSHALL

     Miss Cora Marshall, 85 of 205 College St., died at Methodist Hospital at 3 p.m. Wednesday [Nov. 23, 1955]. She was admitted at noon.
     A Peoria resident for 50 years, Miss Marshall was born in Jubilee Township, Peoria County, Dec. 17, 1869. She was a daughter of Albert and Abby Willard Marshall. She was an active member of First Baptist Church and was especially interested in the Missionary Society of the church.
     In early years Miss Marshall taught school in the rural districts. Later she was a bookkeeper for Nelson and Finch, produce dealers. For many years she made her home with her sister, Miss Birdie Marshall, who died June 30, 1953.
     Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Jane McGarrah and Mrs. E. F. Cowperthwaite; one brother, Harry Marshall, all of Peoria, and a number of nieces and nephews.
     Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Cumerford-Endsley Memorial Home. The Rev. Iris Jones of First Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Brimfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the memorial home this evening. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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RITES SATURDAY FOR MRS. MARSHALL, 76, LIFELONG PEORIAN

Last rites for Mrs. Fredericka Marshall, 76, lifelong Peorian, who died Wednesday afternoon at her home at 617 Malone Avenue, will be held at 1:30 pm Saturday at the residence and at 2 pm at Bethel Presbyterian Church. The Rev. M.C. Maletta will officiate. Burial will be in Springdale cemetery.

Friends may call at the Wilton mortuary this evening and at the residence Friday afternoon and night. Pallbearers at her request, will be members of Bethel church.

Mrs. Marshall had been at home only a few days following a long illiness at St. Francis hospital. She was one of two surviving charter members of Bethel Presbyterian Church, founded 53 years ago.

Born here August 30, 1864, she was a daughter of Eugene and Ellen Dwyer-Griffin. In February 1887, she was married in this city to Frank E. Marshall, who preceded her death here January 3, 1935.

Surviving are four sons, Robert, past county commander of the American Legion, Frank E., Austin C. and Eugene Marshall, all of Peoria; three daughters, Miss Dora Marshall, Mrs. Anna Zanzow and Mrs. Jessie Semmelroth, all of Peoria; four sisters, Mrs. Dora (Medora) Conrad and Mrs. August Krause, both of Peoria, Mrs. Pearl Hemphill, in California, and Mrs. Martha Hamer, Seattle, Wash.; two brothers, John Allison, Everett, Wash., and Charles Allison, in California, and 14 grandchildren.

(Daughter of Eugene Griffin & Ellen Dwyer-Griffin-Allison)

(Peoria Star, Nov. 28, 1940, submitted by Karen Hamer-Pasquale)

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George W. Marshall

Canton – George W. Marshall, 47 of 1035 W. Pine St., an operator at a local service station, died at 8:55 a.m. Thursday at Graham Hospital, where he had been a patient since New Years Day [died 1959]. 

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Murphy Memorial Home where visitation will be after 1 p.m. Sunday.  Burial will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens. 

He was born Feb. 22, 1911, in Griffin, Fla., the son of Harry E. and Ella Bishop Marshall.  On Feb. 3, 1945, he was married in Peoria to Irene Meyer, who survives.  He is also survived by two sons: Bernard 12; and Gilbert 11; a daughter, Cora 9; a brother, Eugene, Rt. 5, Canton; and three sisters, Mrs. Abbie Miller, Rt. 5, Canton;  Mrs. Ruth Brunner, Metamora and Mrs. Helen Osterman, Peoria. His parents and a sister, Mrs. Edith Weiss, preceded him in death. 

He was a member of Meat Packers Amalgamated Union. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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MISS NELLIE MARSHALL CALLED

     Nellie Marshall died at her home, at Edgewood Farm, three miles south each of Brimfield, Sunday, October 15, 1899, after a brief illness of a few short months.
     Nellie was born October 8, 1883 at the old home, where she lived until God took her to be with Him in that home prepared for her in the land of light.
     Few girls were better known and few girls had a larger circle of friends than did Nellie Marshall. Those who knew her best loved her most. In the Brimfield high school she was a favorite with all, standing well in her classes and always ready to do her part to advance the interest of the school.
     She was a christian, one of a class of six that was baptized into the Baptist church February 21, 1897. Her attachment to the denomination rested upon clear and strong convictions. She loved the church, its ordinances and its worship, with all her heart. A careful reader of the bible, a firm believer in prayer, and every mindful of her secret devotion, though only a “babe in Christ,” she was farther advanced in spiritual growth than many who are older. In the home she was loved by all, and all that loving hands could do to make her happy was done. She bore her affliction like a saint of God, praying “Thy will be done.”
     The funeral services were held at the Baptist church Wednesday morning at 10 o’clock, Rev. H. B. Cox assisted by Rev. R. Pacey, a life long friend of the family, performing the last sad rites.
     Music was rendered by a quartette of friends of the family, Miss Lena Pacy, Mrs. Addison Pacey and Messrs. Eph Herriott and Will Harding, with Miss Mamie Longden at the organ; and Miss Prue Miller sang a solo by request of the family.
     The high school was dismissed for the morning session and the high school pupils attended the service in a body.
     A processional was afterward formed and a large concourse of relatives and fields, accompanied the body to the Brimfield cemetery where the pallbearers of her own selection, Messrs. Winnie Johnson, Leslie Hayes, Ernest Herriott, Joe Mercer, Wheadon Mercer and Herbert Moon bore her to the resting place where she awaits the resurrection of the righteous. “She is not dead but sleepeth.” PASTOR. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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The Obituary Record.

George W. Martin, a conductor of Chicago, died yesterday. The funeral services will be held at the home of G. Sutherland, No. 529 Western avenue, at 10 o'clock Friday. (Peoria Daily Transcript, February 27, 1896, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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George W. McGinnis attempted to commit suicide at his residence at 106 Elliot Street about 8:30 o'clock yesterday morning. McGinnis is employed as night watchman at the Great Western distillery, and when he returned to his home he was despondent. After sitting in the house a short time he took his razor and went to the coal shed. After half an hour one of his children was sent to learn the cause of his absence from the breakfast table. The child found his father lying on his back with a gash across his throat. The windpipe was out and life seemed almost extinct. Neighbors were called, but they refused to touch the supposed dead man until the Coroner arrived, an hour later. It was strange that McGinnis was not frozen to death during the hour he was in the coal shed. Coroner Bennett carried McGinnis into the house and summoned a physician who sewed up the cut. McGinnis rapidly improved and last night he was able to speak a few words. The neighbors say that McGinnis has been drinking heavily of late and assign this as the cause of the attempt. (Peoria Daily Transcript, December 20, 1886, submitted by Ginger Moore)

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George McGinnis, the watchman at the Great Western Distillery, who made an attempt to commit suicide by cutting his throat a week ago, died at his home on Ellis Street Saturday night. McGinnis' domestic relations were not of the most pleasant nature and one morning upon returning from his home he cut his throat with a razor. The windpipe was severed, and strangely he was soon able to converse and drink milk. His pleasure upon seeing his brother, who had just arrived, is supposed to have hastened his death. The outburst of feeling was very affecting, and almost immediately his throat closed up and death ensued. Although McGinnis showed wonderful vitality, it was not believed that he could live, because his lungs had filled with blood from the wound. (Peoria Daily Transcript, December 27, 1886, submitted by Ginger Moore)

Mrs. Bridget Megan

Funeral services for Mrs. Bridget Megan will be held Friday morning at 8:30 o'clock at the Winzeler Undertaking parlor, with requiem mass at St. Mary's church, at 9 o'clock. Father J. Burke officiating. Interment will be in St. Mary's cemetery, Princeville, Ill. She was the widow of Daniel Megan of Eldora, Iowa, and resided with her niece, Mrs. Franklin Barthell?, 606 Parkside Drive. (Peoria Star, Thursday, April 30, 1931, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Miss Clara Meyer

Services for Miss Clara E Meyer, 94, of 1316 Circle Road, will be at 10 am tomorrow at Wilton Mortuary. The Reverend John Kordewich will officiate, and the burial will be in Springdale Cemetery. Friends may call at the mortuary from 6 to 8 pm tonight.

Miss Meyer died at 11:25 pm Monday at Parkhill Nursing Center in Chillicothe, where she had lived since December 2, 1971. Born in Peoria February 17, 1878, she was a daughter of Herman and Mary Kuhn Meyer. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. Surviving are one brother, Benjamin Meyer, of Peoria, and many nieces and nephews. Four brothers and one sister preceded her in death. (unknown newspaper and date, submitted by Leslie Utech)

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Herman Meyer

Although Herman Meyer is no longer with us, he will long remain in our minds and hearts. Employed at Caterpillar for the past 15 years, he was everybody’s friend. Surviving besides his wife are his mother, Mrs. Mary Meyer, Peoria, and the following children: Herman, Pewaukee, Wis.; George, Bartonville; Mrs. H. J. Lusch, Chicago, and Mrs. A. Schneider, Fredrick and Josephine Meyer and Mrs. Joe Fosco, all of Peoria, three brothers, William H., Ben H., and Edward H. Meyer, all of Peoria; two sisters, Mrs. George Henne and Miss Clara Meyer, both of Peoria, and seven grandchildren.

Mr. Meyer died suddenly at his home, and according to the coroner, death was caused by heard disease. The Rev. Richard Brenner, pastor of the Trinity Lutheran Church officiated at the last rites, and the burial was held at the Lutheran Cemetery. (Caterpillar newsletter, unknown date, submitted by Leslie Utech)

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Obituary

     Samuel Meyer, a dairyman at 1103 Lincoln Avenue, died very suddenly at 11 o'clock Monday morning after and attack of apoplexy which had struck him two hours before. The deceased was born in Switzerland. He was 66 years, 8 months and 23 days old. He came to America when a young man and for 30 years his home had been Peoria. Here he married Sophia Herold who survives with their one daughter, Mrs. Louise Adams. The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 2 o'clock from the home. The services will be conducted by Rev. F.B. Be?? of St. Paul's Lutheran church. The interment will be in Springdale. (Peoria Journal, Tuesday, Sep. 23, 1913, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Will Miller

Will Miller, of Galva, a cousin of the Cady boys and quite well known here died at his home of typhoid fever Aug. 21. Mrs. Miller frequently visited in Brimfield and had many friends here who will learn of his death with sorrow. He was about 23 years of age. (Brimfield News, Thursday, Aug. 20, 1895, submitted by Sandy MacDonald)

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J. Fred Milliman

The funeral of J. Fred Milliman will be held Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock at the Boland Mortuary chapel, with services at St. Mary's Cathedral at 10 o'clock, Rev. Gerald T. Bergan, officiating. Interment will be in St. Mary's cemetery. (Peoria Star, Thursday, April 30, 1931, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Sigmund O. Mittler

Sigmund O. Mittler died yesterday morning at his house, corner of Madison avenue and Jackson street, of enlargement of the heart, after a prolonged illness, aged 46 years, having a wife and three sons. He had lived in Peoria twelve years and been manager of the Union Brewery, a position he held with great efficiency, and he was a genial gentleman, who made many friends. He was born in Semnitz in Hungary, and was for several years assistant cashier of the Anglo-Hungarian Bank in Vienna, of which his brother was cashier, and both were directors and interested in it. The bank failed for $5,000,000 and the family were ruined, but every obligation was paid in full. the brother died of a broken heart, and Sigmund O. Mittler was brought to Peoria by Jacob Woolner, whose wife was his sister, and he set him up in business. He was also the brother of Mrs. A. Samek. (Peoria Journal, Monday, October 19, 1896, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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Frank Moizes

Frank Moizes, one of the best known railroad engineers, died of consumption yesterday. The deceased was 35 years old, and a member of the Engineers brotherhood, though his disease incapacitated him from work. He was formerly in the employ of the T., P. and W. road and leaves a wife and family. The funeral takes place from the residence, 412 Butler Street, tomorrow. (Peoria Weekly Journal, Thursday, Jan. 19, 1888, transcribed by Sandy MacDonald)

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Herbert A. Moran

The funeral of Herbert A. Moran was held this morning at 8:30 o'clock at the residence, 1206 East McClure avenue, with mass at St. Bernard's church at 9 o'clock. Father Samon officiating. Interment was in St. Mary's cemetery.  (Peoria Star, Thursday, April 30, 1931, submitted by Janine Crandell)

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At Princeville, July 20, 1888, of contusion of the abdomen, Benjamin F. Merritt, aged 45 years, 9 months, and 19 days.

Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Michael, Formerly of This Vicinity

A number of local relatives from here attended the funeral services Monday for Annette Michael, 10 years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Michael of 907 Atlantic St., Peoria.

The little girl was born in Worth township March 11, 1921. She had measles which later developed into double pneumonia, causing her death. She is survived by her parents, three brothers, Gerald, Robert and Donald, and three sisters, Leota, Florence and Dorothy. She was a pupil of St. Bernard’s school.

On account of the nature of her illness and because the other children were ill the funeral services were private Monday afternoon at 3:30 at the residence and burial was in St. Joseph’s cemetery.

The family is well known here as they resided near Lourdes until a few years ago. The community sympathizes with the bereaved parents and children in their loss.

REF: Newspaper: The Metamora Herald, March 6, 1931, Page 1; Column 4
Date of Death: March 1, 1931

Source: Microfilm; IL Prairie District Library, Woodford County, IL
& Illinois Statewide Death Index, 1916–1950, Peoria County, IL

Transcribed and submitted: Kathleen (kajh76 at yahoo dot com)

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Obituary

MORRIS - Cornelia A. Morris, age 83 years, beloved mother of Lew, Bert and Maud Morris. Funeral at Peoria Wednesday. (Chicago Tribune, December 30, 1930, Page 17, transcribed by Susan Gates Davis)

MORRIS--Mrs. O. O., at her late residence in Chicago. Aged 83 years, 6 months.
Funeral services from Wilton's Mortuary at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 31. (Peoria Star, December 29, 1930, Page 10, transcribed by Susan Gates Davis)

MRS. O. O. MORRIS, 83, IS TAKEN BY DEATH

Mrs. O. O. Morris, 83 years old, a resident of this city for about 50 years, died at her home in Chicago Monday. The body was to arrive at the Wilton Mortuary Tuesday night. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. (Peoria Journal, December 31, 1930, transcribed by Susan Gates Davis)

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Obituary

Orville O. Morris, Nov. 3, beloved husband of Cornelia Morris and father of Lewis H., Bert O., and Maude M. Morris, at his residence, 124 Aberdeen St. Notice of funeral later. Burial at Peoria, Ill. Peoria papers please copy. (Chicago Tribune, November 1914, transcribed by Susan Gates Davis)

ORVE MORRIS

     Orve Morris, for many years a resident of Peoria, passed away at his home in Chicago tuesday at 4:15 p.m. He was for many years Spirit Runner at the different distilleries in this city. He was an old soldier of the civil war. He leaves his wife, Cornelia, one daughter, Maud, two sons, Lon and Bert, and many friends among the old settlers of Peoria.
     The body will be brought to Peoria, where services will be held and interment will be in Springdale cemetery on Friday.  (Peoria Star, Nov. 4, 1914, transcribed by Susan Gates Davis)

Peoria Transcript, Friday, November 6, 1914:
MORRIS--Orville O., at his late residence in Chicago, Tuesday, Nov. 3, 1914 at 4:15 p.m., age 78 years.
Funeral from the residence of Mr. F. E. Whitford, 915 Fourth avenue, Peoria, Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Interment in Springdale cemetery. Friends invited. (Peoria Transcript, Nov. 6, 1914, transcribed by Susan Gates Davis)

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