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Anna P. Terrill
DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT MRS. ANNA P. TERRILL, AGED 91, DIED YESTERDAY AT HER HOME AFTER LONG ILLNESS.
     Was Native of Virginia and Had Lived In this Vicinity Since About 1848 – Was Good Christian Woman, and Death is Mourned By Many Old Friends.
     With the death of Mrs. Anna P. Terrill yesterday afternoon, about 1:30 o'clock, one of the pioneer residents of Adams county passed away. She was known and respected all over the city and her death brings sorrow to many.
     Miss Anna Morton was born in Virginia, in 1824, and was 91 years of age at the time of death. She came to this city with her father in 1832, when 8 years old, her mother having died some years prior to this time. The two stayed here for about 6 years and then returned to Virginia, where she went to live with her mother's people. She was married there some 10 or 12 years later to George P. Terrill, who had preceded her in death.
     Immediately after their marriage Mrs. Terrill, having been delighted with her first glimpse of the Illinois prairies, the couple came west and settled on a farm which joined Newtown on the west, and here they lived for years. About 30 years ago the husband died, and she lived there for about 15 years longer with her daughters and then moved to Quincy, where they have since made their home, the death occurring at the family residence, 1121 Vermont street.
     Later this summer Mrs. Terrill began to fail in health, and had been confined to her bed off and on since that time, until her death yesterday. She was a member of the Vermont Street baptist church, and while living on the farm was one of the most active and ardent workers in the Baptist church of Newtown. She was a woman of culture, and always sought out the good points in everything.
     Three children, all daughters, are the immediate relatives left to mourn. They are Mrs. Edith Lightfoot of 1118 Vermont street; Mrs. Jessie Hawker, of St. Louis, and Miss Nellie Terrill, at home. A granddaughter and a great-grandson, in Harrisonville, Mo., a granddaughter in St. Louis, and Miss Bessie Lightfoot, another granddaughter, of this city, also survive.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Nov 5, 1915 - transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

Caroline Terwische
Mrs. Caroline Terwische, died in her home, 811 Spring street, at 9:30 o'clock Sunday morning, death resulting from heart disease after an illness of several years. Mrs. Terwische was born in Quincy, January 20, 1852, and was sixty-seven years and six months of age at the time of her death. She lived in Quincy most of her life, but for several years she resided in Ellington Township. Her husband, George Henry Terwische died in 1896. Surviving her are two sons, Cornelius N. Terwische and George H. Terwische, both of Quincy, and three daughters, Edith, at home; Mrs. Minnie Kisteman of Lincoln, NE., and Mrs. Jennie Archer of San Francisco, Cal. One brother, William H. Einhaus of this city, and two sisters, Mrs. Nicholas Heintz and Mrs. C. Metzger, both of Quincy, and six grandchildren, also survive. Mrs. Terwische was a lifelong member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, also of the St. Elizabeth Ladies' society and St. Peter's Court of Forresters, Funeral Notice will be published later in the Herald. [Taken from the Quincy Herald, August 4, 1919, transcribed by Mindy]

Louis Henry Terwische
     Louis Henry Terwische, an old resident, died at the St. Vincent's Home, on Saturday evening at 10:45 o'clock, following an illness of some time. Senility and paralysis were the causes of death, he being 77 years old.
     Decedent was born in Cincinnati, O., on November 13, 1837, and he came here with his parents when but seven months old. He was a carpenter by trade, but had not engaged in this occupation for many years. The past 20 years he had been employed at the A. Doerr Department store, where he was a trusted employee.
     He leaves to mourn his passing, one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Shoemaker, and one step-daughter, Mrs. Charles Hoeckleman. There is also a sister, Mrs. Fred Lutzius, surviving.
[Source: Quincy Daily Journal, Mar. 29, 1915 - Transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

Carrie Tobin
    Mrs. Carrie Tobin died at Davenport, Ia., June 16 after an illness of eight months.
     Born January 26, 1887, she was 32 years old at the time of her death. Mrs. Tobin lived in Davenport for two years. Prior to moving to that city she resided in Quincy.
     Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her death two children, Mary and Earl; two brothers, Edgar and Jacob Wolf of Quincy, and one sister, Mrs. Leo O'Brien, of Davenport.
     Funeral services for Mrs. Carrie Tobin will be held at 3 o'clock Friday afternoon in the Freiburg chapel. Interment will be in Greenmount cemetery. Friends are invited to attend.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, June 19, 1919 - Transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

Ada Townsend
     WELL KNOWN SCHOOL TEACHER IS DEAD Miss Ada Townsend Died Sunday Morning Following a Stroke of Paralysis Miss Ada Townsend, for many years a teacher in the public schools of this city, died at the home of her mother, Mrs. Martha Townsend, 1102 Jersey street, yesterday morning. Miss Townsend's death was a severe shock to her family and friends, as she has been in good health this summer, though last spring she was critically ill for many weeks with double pneumonia. She had entirely recovered from that illness, however, and had taught school during the closing weeks of last spring's term. She attended the State Normal School at Macomb for six weeks in the early part of the summer and also attended the county teachers' institute held here the week preceding the opening of school. Last Tuesday Miss Townsend resumed her duties as teacher of the fifth grade at Webster school, but Wednesday was taken ill suddenly and was forced to go home. Her illness was not considered serious and she seemed to be improving until Saturday evening, when she had a stroke of paralysis, which was the immediate cause of her death.
     Miss Townsend was born in Payson July 22, 1870, and in 1894 came to this city to live. She obtained a position in the public schools of this city that year and had taught here ever since. With the exception of a few terms that she taught at the Emerson and Franklin schools, Miss Townsend had always taught at the Webster school. Miss Townsend was a graduate of a high school and also had attended normal school for several terms. She was an artist of much ability and had spent some time in a Chicago school specializing in art work. Miss Townsend was a member of the Vermont Street M. E. church of this city. Besides her mother, she is survived by one brother, Roscoe Townsend, of this city.
     Funeral services will be held at the home tomorrow morning at 8 o'clock and later the body will be taken to Payson for burial.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Sep 9, 1912 - Transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

According to Cemeteries of Adams County Vol. I her stone had inscription that says "Their daughter". She is buried with her parents Corpl Wm. T. and Matha J. Townsend. Wm. T. (1846-1895) was in Co D 10th Ill Cav and his stone has no dates. Martha J.'s stone says "His wife" 1843-1923. They are all buried in Lot 73

Thomas Jefferson Trout
THE PASSING OF T. J. TROUT
Details of Life and Death of Prominent Columbus Citizen
     Coatsburg, Ill; March 11—Thomas J. Trout was born August 11, 1852, in the state of Maryland, and died March 5, 1916, at 2: 30 a.m.
     He came to Illinois with his parents in 1858, being about six years old, and has made his home in Columbus ever since. He held a position of trust with the state for about 14 years, which position he resigned. He has held various offices in the township and was always ready to serve his friends.
September 21, 1876 he was united in marriage to Miss Florence B. Hendricks. To this union were born four children, Allie, Wilbert, David and Eva. Wilbert and Eva preceded him in death.
     Besides the wife, son and daughter, he leaves to mourn his loss four brothers and three sisters. The brothers are, Richard Trout of Kansas, Samuel Trout of Camp Point, Vallentine Trout of Beardstown, and James Trout of Quincy.
     The sisters are Mrs. Eliza B. Trimble of Colorado, Emma King of Kansas and Rebecca J. Parker of Chili, Ill.
     A host of friends and neighbors have known and Ioved him. He was a loyal, honest, upright, law abiding citizen, a true and faithful husband and a kind and loving father.
     Funeral services were held at the residence Wednesday at 10 o'clock conducted by Rev. H. W. Olinger.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Mar. 11, 1916-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Sister Mary Utta
SISTER DIES AFTER VERY SHORT ILLNESS
Confined to Bed Only Two Hours and a Half – Stationed at St. Aloysius Orphan's Home
    Sister Mary Utta, of the order of Notre Dame, died yesterday afternoon at St. Aloysius Orphan's Home, where she was stationed, after a serious illness of only a few hours.
     The sister was confined to her bed only from noon until 2:30 o'clock when death resulted. She was first taken ill with bronchitis Sunday, but was not forced to go to bed until today.
     Sister Mary Utta was known as Bernada Matty before entering the order. She was born in De Per, Wis., and was 46 years old. She entered the convent at Green Bay, Wis., thirty years ago and came here a year ago from Burlington, Ia. She had been stationed at the orphan's home ever since coming to the city and was much loved by the unfortunate little ones who live there.
     The sister was of French descent and was survived by her parents, who still reside in Green Bay, Wis., and several brothers and sisters.
     The funeral will be held tomorrow morning with services from the orphanage, Twentieth and Vine streets, at 7:30 o;clock and from St. Francis Catholic church at 8 o'clock. Burial will be made in Cavalry cemetery.
[transcribed by Debbie Gibson - The Quincy Whig, Nov 20, 1914]

Nellie Ica Ann Viles (nee Nutt)
Young Matron Called—The community (Chester, MT) was saddened by the announcement Sunday afternoon of the death of Mrs. Roscoe Viles, a young matron much esteemed by all who knew her. The grim reaper appeared in the form of heart failure, and although she had been ailing sometime, her death was unlooked for at this time. Nellie Ica Ann Nutt was born near Quincy, Illinois, November 9, 1886, was baptized in the Baptist Church at Nanton, Alberta, and became the bride of Roscoe Viles about three years ago. She leaves besides her husband, a baby girl; mother and father, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Nutt of this city; and sister, Mrs. Milam Keith, to mourn her early demise. The funeral sermon was preached by Rev. Dr. Holford in the Methodist Church Tuesday afternoon and interment made in the Chester Cemetery. The funeral was in charge of the Rebecah’s and Odd Fellows. The bereaved ones have the heartfelt sympathy of everybody in their hour of trouble.
[Chester Signal, 1-23-1913 - Sub. by Kathie Marynik]

Albert Bernard Weisenburger
     Albert B. Weisenburger, of 523 Monroe street, retired accountant and well known on the south side, died in St. Mary Hospital Tuesday morning at 4 o'clock. He had been a patient in the hospital since May 26.
     Mr. Weisenburger was born in Quincy, March 14, 1874, a son of Bernard and Elizabeth Kunkel Weisenburger, and had lived here all his life. He was a prominent member of the South Side Boat Club and had held many offices in the organization. He was married to Emma Schrieber in 1899. Mrs. Weisenburger proceded him in death.
     Surviving are a son, Albert Louis Weisenburger, of New York City; three daughters, Mrs. A.C. Gray, of Ornida, Cal., Miss Grace Weisenburger, of Quincy, and Miss Ellen Weisenburger, of Chicago; a brother, William Weisenburger, of Quincy; two sisters, Mrs. John L. Pipe and Mrs Henry C. Greeman, of Quincy, and a granddaughter, Emma Lou Weisenburger, of New York City.
[The Quincy Herald Whig, May 30, 1939, - submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Bernard Weisenburger
Old Resident Passed Away
Bernard Weisenburger Succumbed to Bronchial Pneumonia-
Was a Wagonmaker
    Bernard Weisenburger died this morning at 4 o'clock at 725 South Sixth street. He had been ill for the past eleven days, and the cause of death was given as bronchial pneumonia.
    Mr. Weisenburger was born at Neuburg, Bavaria, Germany, August 3, 1829, and was thus in his 76th year. He came to Quincy fifty-four years ago, and this city had been his home ever since. He was a wagonmaker by trade, and was considered an excellent workman. Mr. Weisenburger enjoyed a wide acquaintance in the city, and was popular with those who knew him. He was a member of Peerless lodge, I.O.M.A.; and of the Firemen's Benevolent Association.
    There survive: The widow; three sons, Edward, William, and Albert; five daughters, Laura, at home, Mrs. H.G. (Emma) Schwebel, Mrs. Henry (Ida) Greeman, Mrs. Rollo (Matilda) Hodgkin, and Mrs. John L. (Bertha) Pipe, all of Quincy. There are also sixteen grandchildren, two brothers, and two sisters.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Feb. 16, 1905, Pg. 5-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Daniel Weisenburger
Daniel Weisenberger Died Last Night
Had Been a Resident of Quincy 48 Years
     Daniel Weisenberger, Sr., an old resident of Quincy, died at 5 o'clock last evening at his home 328 State Street, after an illness of several weeks.
    Mr. Weisenberger had been in the employe of the city for several years, and he fulfilled his duties until illness compelled him to quit work. He came to Quincy from Newburger on-the-Rhine, forty-eight years ago. He leaves a wife and two children- Daniel, Jr., & Mrs. Ben Bowen. Three brothers and two sisters also survive.
[Quincy Daily Whig, Aug. 24, 1900, Pg. 8-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Edward Bernard Weisenburger
     Edward B. Weisenburger, 73, 829 Monroe, owner and operator of Ace Builders and Cabinet Co., died Saturday (July 19, 1975) at 11:10 p.m. in Blessing Hospital where he had been a patient since July 15.
     Mr. Weisenburger was born Nov. 15, 1901, in Quincy, a son of Edward and Louise Meyer Weisenburger.
     Surviving are a son Bernard Weisenburger of Quincy; a daughter, Mrs. Louis (Joan) Molnar of Madison, Wis.; three sisters, Miss Elsie Weisenburger, Miss Helen Weisenburger, and Mrs. Robert (Dorothy) Albright, all of Quincy; a sister-in-law, Fryeda Weisenburger of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and 12 grandchildren.
     He was proceeded in death by a son, Dale Weisenburger, and three brothers, Carl, Lawrence, and Paul Weisenburger.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Hansen-Spear Funeral Home. The Rev. William Jording will officiate. Burial will be in Greenmount Cemetery.
[The Quincy Herald Whig, July 21, 1975, - submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Edward H. Weisenburger
     Edward Weisenburger, 829 Monroe street, died at 8:12 o'clock Tuesday morning in Blessing hospital, where he underwent an operation a week ago, for appendicitis. he had been ill for two weeks.
     Mr. Weisenburgerbwas born in Quincy, June 16, 1861, and was a member of the Modern woodmen and Iron Molders' Union, No. 44.
     He leaves his wife, four sons, Lawrence of Storm Lake , Iowa, Carl, Paul, and Edward of Quincy,three daughters, Helen, Elsie , and Dorothy of Quincy, his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Weisenburger of Quincy, two brothers, William and Albert Weisenburger of Quincy, and five sisters, Miss Laura Weisenburger, Mrs. Henry schwebel, Mrs. Rolla Hodgkin, Mrs. Mary Greeman, and Mrs. John Pipe, all of Quincy.
[Quincy Whig-Journal, July 24, 1923, Pg. 3-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Elizabeth Weisenburger
     Mrs. Elizabeth Weisenburger, widow of Bernard Weisenburger, died at 10:42 o'clock Tuesday evening in her home, 725 South Sixth street of complications after an illness of two years.
     She was born in Germany, Noverber 6, 1839, and came to this country when she was six years of age. She had resided in this city for 74 years and for the last 62 years lived in the house where she died.
     Mrs. Weisenburger leaves five daughters, Miss Laura Weisenburger, Mrs. H.G. (Emma) Schwebel, Mrs. H.C. (Ida)Greeman, Mrs. R.C. (Matilda) Hodgkin and Mrs. John L. (Bertha) Pipe all of Quincy; two sons William R. and Albert Weisenburger of Quincy. A son, Edward Weisenburger died July 24, 1923. Nineteen grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one brother, Adam Kunkel, also survive.
Note: H.G. Schwebel is Henry George Schwebel, H.C. Greeman is Henry C. Greeman, R.C. Hodgkin is Rolla Chester Hodgkin
[Quincy Whig Journal, Dec. 19, 1923 Pg. 3-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Eva Elizabeth Weisenburger
Old Resident is No More
     Mrs. Elizabeth Weisenburger, better known as "Grandma Weisenburger" passed away yesterday afternoon at her home, 328 State street, leaving behind her a life of philanthropy, always volunteering her services in caring for the sick, and her demise will be a severe blow to her relatives and many friends.
    Deceased was born in Newburg-on-the-Rhine, Bavaria, Germany, in 1829. Besides two children, Mrs. Ben Bowen, of 221 South Fifth street, and Daniel Weisenburger, jr., of 637 1/2 State street, she leaves 12 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
[Quincy Daily Journal, Feb. 12, 1907-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Frederick Weisenburger
Fred Weisenburger passes away in St. Louis
    Miss Minnie Clark of 513 Kentucky Street left for St. Louis last night to attend the funeral of her brother, Fred Weisenburger, of whose death she was notified yesterday morning, after a lingering illness of several weeks duration.
    When visiting her brother Thanksgiving day his improving condition looked very promising for a speedy recovery, and his death came as a surprise to Mrs. Clark.
    Deceased resided in Quincy before making his home in St. Louis, and was well and favorably known in this city. He is survived by relatives in this county.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Dec. 29, 1906-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Louise (Meyer) Weisenburger
     Mrs. Louise Weisenburger of 829 Monroe street, life-long resident of Quincy, died in Blessing Hospital Monday morning, at 11:55 o'clock, following a month's illness. She had been a patient in the hospital since March 19.
     Mrs. Weisenburger was born in Quincy, November 20, 1866, a daughter of John Henry and Anna Marie Meyer. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, the Ladies' Aid and the Sewing Circle. Her husband, Edward Weisenburger, died in 1923.
     Surviving are three daughters, Miss Elsie and Miss Helen Weisenburger at home and Mrs. Robert W. (Dorothy) Albright of Quincy; four sons, Lawrence Weisenburger of Washington, D.C., Edward Weisenburger of Madison, Wis., and Carl and Paul Weisenburger of Quincy; a sister, Mrs. Anna Hageman of Quincy, a half-sister, Mrs. William Schatsiek of St. Louis; a half-brother, Edward Heidbreder of West Ely, Mo., and six grandchildren.
[The Quincy Herald Whig, Mar. 21, 1938-submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

William Robert Weisenburger
     William Robert Weisenburger, 80, of 616 Adams, veteran retired city fireman, died in Blessing Hospital Monday at midnight. He was born in Quincy, May 29, 1862, a son of Bernard and Elizabeth Kunkel Weisenburger, and had lived here all his life.
     Mr. Weisenburger was a bricklayer by trade and was a member of the bricklayer union and the Modern Woodmen of America. He was a member of the city fire department for 20 years.
     Mr. Weisenburger was married to Adelaide Grimm, Nov. 7, 1912. Surviving are the widow; a daughter, Mrs. Leslie G. Vorndam; two graddaughters, Margaret Ellen and Mary Elizabeth Vorndam, and a sister, Mrs. John Pipe.
[The Quincy Herald Whig, June 29, 1948 - submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Hilda L. Williams
     NEW CANTON, Ill, — Mrs. Hilda Leona Williams, 95, a retired teacher of Edina, Mo., formerly of New Canton, died Tuesday (Jan. 4, 1994) in Grim-Smith Hospital in Kirksville, Mo.
     Born Oct. 16, 1898, in Richfield in Adams County, Mrs. Williams was a daughter of Peter Henry and Rosa Flick Kistner. She married Oren L. Williams Nov. 25, 1920, near Richfield. He died Dec. 15, 1975.
     Mrs. Williams taught school for 36 years in Adams, Pike and Henry counties, and was a member of the Illinois Retired Teachers Association. She also was a member of the United Methodist Church and Order of Eastern Star 215, both in New Canton, and was treasurer of the New Canton Town Board for several years.
     Survivors include a son, Dale E. Williams of Quincy; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Norma) Lundberg of Hurdland, Mo.; four grandchildren; and two great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.
     Services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Burial will be in Quincy Memorial Park.
     Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Friday. Memorials may be made to New Canton United Methodist Church.
[Contributed by Edna Tittsworth - Transcribed by Rosemary Reeves]

Polly Giles Nelson Wing
Death Breaks Long Span and Claims the Wife, Mrs. Giles Nelson Wing,
One of Adams' (County) Oldest Settlers.
Nearly 70 years of married life was the unusual span granted to Mr. and Mrs. Giles Nelson Wing of this township. The tie was broken when Mrs. Wing died last Thursday, November 19, 1914, and her husband, now in his ninety-third years, was left to pass his remaining days in waiting for the time when the couple will be reunited in the life beyond.
Mrs. Wing's maiden name was Polly Matilda Pettis. She was born near Fort Covington, New York, April 28, 1827, and came to Pike County, IL with her parents when she was only 9 years of age. On November 28, 1844, in Pike Co, Illinois, she was married to Mr. Wing and they were looking forward to the celebration of the seventieth wedding anniversary, the plans for which are now halted by the death of Mrs. Wing. Nine children were born to this worthy pioneer couple. Five of them preceded their mother in death. The four surviving are Homer, who lives south of Camp Point on a farm, and with whom the aged couple have made their home for years; Ernest of Alton; Stephen of Kirksville, Missouri, and Mrs. A. C. Haughey of Gentry, Arkansas. The deceased was a member of the Adventist Church and firm and faithful in her religious convictions. When pneumonia came upon her and death drew near, her faith sustained her soul, though old age had weakened her body so that the disease found her and easy victim. She was sick only four days. Rev. W. A. Hutcherson officiated at the funeral services, which were held Sunday, and the remains were laid to final rest in the East Clayton Cemetery.
[sub. by Christine Walters]

Virginia L. Wittler
     Virginia L. Wittier, 87, of Griggsville, formerly of Camp Point, died Friday, April 15, 2011, at Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield.
Born July 18, 1923, in Quincy. Virginia was a daughter of John and Edith Niekamp Ahlemeier. She married Edwin Wittler Jr. Aug. 18, 1947, in Quincy. He preceded her in death. Virginia was a member of the Camp Point United Methodist Church where she had served as a Sunday School teacher for 40 years. She was a 4-H Leader for many years and also volunteered numerous hours with the American Red Cross. She enjoyed quilting with the church ladies, loved sports, and always looked forward to attending her children and grandchildren's events. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren, whom she loved to cook for.
     Mrs. Wittler was employed as a cook for Camp Point Grade School. She also cooked at the Highway Cafe in Camp Point for many years.
     Survivors include four daughters, Erla Lohmeyer and her husband, Don, Quincy, Pam Graham and her husband, Donald, Camp Point, Darla Rardon and her husband, Thomas, Quincy, and Angie Goewey and her husband, Kent, Griggsville; nine grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.
     She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers, and a sister.
     Funeral Services were held Tuesday, April 19 at 10 a.m. at the Camp Point United Methodist Church by the Rev. Joe Tomich. Burial was in Memorial Park, Quincy. Visitation was Monday from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Camp Point United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Point United Methodist Church, American Red Cross, or Camp Point Central Girls Athletics. The Lummis Hamilton Funeral Home in Camp Point is in charge of the arrangements.
[Contributed by Edna Tittsworth - Transcribed by Rosemary Reeves]

Jacob Wolf
     Death of Jacob Wolf
Mr. Jacob Wolf, aged eightyfour-years and four months died at 7:30 a.m. at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr, John Brogle. situated at 311 South Fourteenth street. Deceased was a brother-in-law of Mr. John Wenzel, whose remains were buried yesterday. He came to this country fifty-six years ago, locating in Melrose township. Twenty years ago he removed to this city and has lived here ever since. He was well-known and much respected. Children who survive him are Daniel, William, George, Phillip, Gotfried, Louis, Mrs. George Berblinger, Mrs. John Brogle and Mrs. Barney Bummer.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Feb. 7, 1893 - submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Phillip Wolf
     Phillip Wolf one of the oldest and best known barbers in the city, died Saturday night at 8:45 o'clock at his home, 307 South Fourteenth St. The deceased was stricken with paralysis about one year ago and had not been well since. He was born near Mill Creek, in Melrose Township, and has spent his entire life in this county, most of the time living in Quincy. He had worked at the barber trade here for the past forty years. For a long time he worked at a shop at Ninth and Maine streets, later opening up a shop of his own on Twelfth street. He had a large number of friends and acquaintances throughout the city who will regret to learn of his death. He was a member of the Firemen's Benevolent Association, and of the Barber's Union. He leaves to survive besdies his widow, four sons, George, John, Fred, and Albert, and one daugthter, Mrs. Henry Schultz, all of Quincy. Three brothers William, Godfrey, and Louis of San Diego, Cal., and two sisters, Mrs Mary Bauman of Meredosia, Ill. and Mrs. John Brogle of San Diego, Cal., also survive.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Mar. 24, 1913 - submitted by Charla Weisenburger]

Amanda Wolkitt
MRS. WOLKITT DIES
Had Been in Poor Health for 20 Years and Had Been Confined to Bed Five Months.
     Mrs. Amanda Wolkitt died at her home, 531 1/2 North Fifth street, last evening at 10:15 o'clock. Her death was caused by a complication of diseases incident to old age from which she had suffered for the last 20 years. She had been confined to her bed for five months.
     Mrs. Wolkitt was 78 years old and was born in Kentcuky. She had lived in this city about 45 years. Her husband, the late George Wolkitt, died about 36 years ago. Besides many friends, Mrs. Wolkitt is survived by four children, Mrs. E. W. Wickey of East Chicago, Ind., Mrs. Joe Brohammer of Chicago, Mrs. Frank Nober of Quincy, and Mrs. Cleve Whaley of Quincy; 20 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

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     The funeral of the late Mrs. Amanda Wolkitt was held this morning at 10:30 o'clock with services from Mumper's undertaking parlors. Rev. N. M. Higg, pastor of the Vermont Street Methodist church, conducted the services. Burial was made to Woodland cemetery.

[The Quincy Daily Journal Monday, May 08, 1916 Page 7 - transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

Willis Gilbert Wyatt
Mendon, Ill. - Willis Gilbert Wyatt, 78, a farmer and life long resident of Honey Creek Township, died at 3:35 p.m. Wednesday (March 12, 1980) in the emergency room of Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Mr. Wyatt was born in Honey Creek Township, March 4, 1902, a son of John T and Eunice Hoskins Wyatt. He married Harriet L. Dedert Sept. 14, 1927, in Fowler. He was a member of the Mendon Congregational Church, the mens Sunday School class and the Glenwood Community Club. He was a former director of Community Unit School District No. 4. Surviving are his wife; two sons, John E. and Wayne E. both of Mendon, a sister Mrs. Pearl Carolan of Mendon, and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant son and a brother. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Mendon Congregational Church, conducted by the Rev. Jonathan Story. Burial will be in Mendon Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Curry Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be made to the Mendon Congregational Church.
[Quincy Herald Whig, Transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

A. L. (Obe) Zimmerman
“OBE” ZIMMERMAN CALLED TO REWARD
Old Resident of This City Died at St. Mary's Hospital of Complications This Morning.
     A. L. (Obe) Zimmerman, well known old resident of Quincy, died at St. Mary's hospital this morning at 5:45 o'clock, after being confined to that institution for one day only, although he had been ailing for the past three weeks. He was one of the best known of the older German residents of the city, and had hosts of friends who will mourn his passing.
     Decedent was born in Quincy, on January 26, 1856, and was 59 years old. His birthplace was the old house that stands at 514 Kentucky street. Thirty years ago he was married to Miss Mary Averkamp, at St. Francis church, and she preceded him in death, 20 years ago next month. He had spent his entire lifetime in this city. Until he was 18 years of age, he worked in the lime kilns which his father ran, and then he went to work for Mike Grussmeyer, and under his tutelage he learned the blacksmith's trade. Later in life, he worked with X. Heimlich, and for the past 25 years he had been in business for himself in the shop on the northwest corner of Third and Maine streets, where he had worked for 40 years.
     He was a member of St. Boniface church, and had been for all his life. He also belonged to St. Peter's branch No. 16, W. C. U., and to the St. Aloysius Orphan's society. He leaves to mourn his passing, two daughters, Misses Blanche and Hilda; one sister, Mrs. Mary Bollen, of Quincy, and one brother Joe Zimmerman, associated with the decedent in business.
     The funeral of the late Mr. Zimmerman will be held Thursday morning at 8:30 o'clock from the residence, 223 ½ Maine street, and at 9 o'clock from St. Boniface Catholic church. Interment in St. Boniface cemetery. Friends invited to attend.
[The Quincy Daily Journal, Sep 20, 1915, Transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

Emil Zolle
     Emil Zolle, a Quincy Molder, Passes A way in the South
Emil Zolle, a molder of the city and member of the Iron Molders' Union No. 44, died in was buried at Somerville, Tennessee. Word to this effect was received today by Secretary Rouse of the Molders' Union and by Mr. Zolle's mother and three brothers.
     Two weeks ago yesterday Mr. Zolle started for Memphis, Tennessee, where he expected to find work. No word has been received concerning him since, till the news of his death. The remains will be disinterred by the Molders' Union of Memphis and shipped the Quincy at once.
Mr. Zolle is survived by his mother, Mrs. Susan Zolle, and three brothers, all of this city, namely, Alfred D., Arthur J., and George A. Zolle.
     Mrs. Zolle is a widow and a most estimable woman, for whose bereavement, heartfelt sympathy is felt.
[Source: The Quincy Daily Journal-August 12, 1897-page 7, transcribed by Debbie Gibson]

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