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Obituary of Edna A. Moon Ackley
Eagle Publications, May 3, 2001,
Edna A. Ackley
Edna A. Ackley, 89, a resident of the Care Center of Abingdon died at 5 a.m. Saturday, April 28, 2001 at the Center.
She was born Jan. 19, 1912 in Fulton County, Ill., near Marietta, the daughter of Charles K. and Ruth Ann Smith Moon. She married Jesse L. Hoosier on May 2, 1936, in Carthage. He preceded her in death on July 7, 1969. Her second marriage was to Russell Ackley on March 7, 1973, in Coolidge, Ariz. He also preceded her in death.
Survivors include one son, Jerry (Elizabeth) Hoosier, Cypress, Calif.; one daughter, Sharon (Linn) Peterson, West Bloomfield, Mich.; one brother, Mark Moon, Abingdon, one sister, Frances Hedden, Farmington; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and one sister.
She graduated from Table Grove High School in 1931.
She formerly owned and operated Hoosier's Grocery Store in Abingdon. She also had worked as a seamstress at the former Blue Bell Manufacturing Company in Abingdon. She later owned and operated Hoosier s Shelter Care in LaHarpe.
She was a member of First Congregational United Church of Christ in Abingdon.
Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel Abingdon with Eleanor Landon officiating.
Burial was in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens, Galesburg.
Memorials may be made to the Point Pleasant Church in Marietta, Ill. or Care Center of Abingdon.
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Obituary of Frank Eugene Alton
Eagle Publications, March 2, 2000
Frank Eugene Alton
Frank Eugene Alton, 74, of 900 E. Jefferson St., Macomb, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2000, at 4:49 a.m. at McDonough District Hospital.
He was born June 19, 1925, in Vermont to Bruce Eugene and Mary Elizabeth Darling Alton.
He married Treva Teel Oct. 20, 1989, in Galesburg. She survives.
He is survived by one brother, Joseph D. Alton Sr.; one son, Richard Eugene Alton of Springfield; two daughters, Marla Harper of Colchester and Cindy Baker of Rushville; and five grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, William Taylor Alton Sr., Henry Bruce Alton and a brother in infancy.
Mr. Alton served in the Navy from 1943-45, and then in the Army from 1948-50. He was a truck driver for Coggeshall Construction for 30 years and last worked for Clinard Trucking until his retirement.
Services were Saturday, Feb. 26, at Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home, with the Rev. Kevin Lingerfelter officiating. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Obituary of Betty Lou Inman Amons
Eagle Publications, January ??, 2002
Betty Lou Amons
Betty Lou Amons, 76, of Keokuk, Iowa, died at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2002, at the Keokuk Nursing Center in Keokuk. She was born Sept. 4, 1925, in Lewistown, the daughter of Raymond A. and Irene Oldfather Inman. She married Leland L. Amons on June 7, 1946, in Macomb. He died Feb. 2, 1993. She was also preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by one son, Leland R. (Valentina) Amons, Dade City, Fla., and one grandson, Tim Amons, Dade City, Fla.
She lived in Macomb, Prophetstown, Scales Mound, Kewanee, Hennipen and Clinton before moving to Keokuk in 2001. She was an elementary school teacher for many years, retiring in 1990.
Graveside services were held Saturday, Jan. 19, 2002, at the Oakwood Cemetery in Macomb, with the Rev. David Pease officiating. Creamation rites were accorded. Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor s choice.
Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb was in charge of arrangements.
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Obituary of Clayton Anderson
Eagle Publications, Nov. 10, 2005
Clayton Anderson
Clayton Anderson, 82, died at 7:22 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, in OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria.
He was born Oct. 23, 1923, in Fulton County, the son of Ray Robert and Nina Blanche (Morey) Anderson. He married Elinor Meyer May 31, 1945, in Knoxville. She died Oct. 29, 2005
He is survived by one daughter, Janet (Ronald) Thurman, Maquon; one son, David Anderson, Fairview; five brothers, Clarence (Sue) Anderson, Avon, Bobby (Donna) Anderson, Fairview, Richard (Deanna) Anderson, Canton, Wayne (Mary Kay) Anderson, Booneville, Ind., and Jim Anderson, Galesburg; one sister, Darlene (Rolland) Meyer, Maquon; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three stepgreat-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Joyce Anderson, one brother and one sister.
He served in the Navy during World War II aboard the carrier U. S. S. Cambria Bay.
He worked at Fairview Farmers Elevator Co. as a salesman for 45 years. He also farmed in rural Fairview from 1953 to 1972.
He was a member of Fairview Fin and Feather Club, Roy Miller American Legion Post 644 of Fairview and Fairview Fire Department for more than 30 years.
Services were held Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, in Maquon United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Dan Doty officiating.
Burial was in Maquon Cemetery, with military honors conducted by Roy Miller American Legion Post 644.
Memorials may be made to Central Illinois Down Syndrome Association.
Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home, Maquon, was in charge of arrangements.
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Obituary of Elinor May Meyer Anderson
Eagle Publications, Nov. 10, 2005
Elinor M. Anderson
Elinor May Anderson, 78, Fairview, died at 6:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, 2005, in Trivoli.
She died from injuries in an automobile accident.
She was born May 10, 1927, near London Mills, the daughter of Edde and Florence (Tasker) Meyer. She married Clayton Anderson May 31, 1945, in Knoxville. He survives.
She is also survived by one daughter, Janet (Ronald) Thurman, Maquon; one son, David Anderson, Fairview; three brothers, Rolland (Darlene) Meyer, Maquon, Raymond (Janet) Meyer, Avon, and Marvin (Sue) Meyer, Trivoli; six grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three stepgreat-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Joyce Anderson.
She was reared and educated in the London Mills area.
She was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting and cooking. She had worked at the Fulton County Workshop with the developmentally disabled.
She was a member of the Roy Miller American Legion Post 644 Auxiliary, Fairview, and the Fairview Quilters.
Services were held Sunday, Nov. 6, 2005, in Maquon United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dan Doty officiating.
Burial was in Maquon Cemetery with rites by the the American Legion Post 644 Auxiliary.
Memorials may be made to Central Illinois Down Syndrome Association.
Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home, Maquon, was in charge of arrangements.
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Obituary of E. Leska Brockley Atwater
Eagle Publications, Feb. 7, 2002
E. Leska Atwater
E. Leska Atwater, 90, of Astoria, formerly of Ipava, died at 10:24 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28, 2002, at Astoria Manor, Astoria.
She was born June 15, 1911, in Ellington, Mo., the daughter of Thaddeus and Olive (Stanley) Brockley. She married Dwight Atwater Dec. 24, 1932. He survives, in Astoria.
She is also survived by one son, Charles (Sandra) Atwater, Galesburg; one daughter, Nancy Kleiner, Macomb; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, six sisters and two brothers.
She was a school teacher in Ipava and Banner. She retired in 1972 after having taught for 35 years. She was a member of Ipava Presbyterian Church.
Funeral services were held Thursday, Jan. 31, 2002, at Shawgo Memorial Home, Ipava, with Pastor Kevin Kessler officiating. Burial was in Ipava Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Humane Society of McDonough County, 1743 N. Lafayette, Macomb, IL 61455 or Fulton County Retired Teachers Association, 1045 S. Main, Canton, IL 61520.
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Obituary of Terry G. Atwater
Eagle Publications, Nov. 22, 2001
Terry G. Atwater
Terry G. Atwater, 55, Ipava, died at 7:05 p.m. Wed. Dec. 5, 2001, at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield.
He was born Feb. 7, 1946, in Canton, the son of Harley Dean and Margaret (Ashton) Atwater.
He married Sally Jo Bulmer Dec. 28, 1968, in Lewistown. She survives.
He is also survived by two daughters, Sheila (Guy) Huston, Macomb, and Ketra Atwater, Ipava; one grandson, Carter Atwater, Ipava; one granddaughter, Ruby Huston, Macomb; three brothers, Arlan Atwater, Camargo, Robert (Karen) Atwater, Lewistown, and Jerry Atwater, Ipava; and one sister, Marilee Casper, Canton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Martha Bloyd; and one brother, Billy.
Mr. Atwater worked for the city of Ipava for 31 years as water superintendent. He was a member of the Ipava Masonic Lodge # 213, AF & AM, Ipava Sons of the American Legion, Ipava Truckers Association and Ipava Christian Church; he was a former member of the Ipava Fire Department.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 8, 2001, at Berean Christian Church, Ipava, with the Revs. Kevin Kessler and Damien Spikereit officiating. Burial was in Ipava Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the donor's charity of choice.
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Obituary of Charles A. Babcock
Canton, Illinois newspaper, April 10, 1930
Charles A. Babcock Dies; Rites Monday
Charles A. Babcock, South Bend, Indiana, died at 4 o clock yesterday afternoon in his residence, according to a message received here by his family. The cause of death was not mentioned in the telegram.
He was born near Monterey, February 24, 1879, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Babcock. He married Olive Weaver in 1901 at Pekin and she is still living, as are three children: Lyle, who is the proprietor of the Babcock Job Printery; Miss Hazel Babcock, and Raymond Babcock, all of Canton.
Surviving sisters are Mrs. W. H. Johnston, Mrs. Bertha Shrader, and Mrs. Henry B. Evans, all of Los Angeles, Calif.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 o clock Monday afternoon at the Murphy Memorial Home, the Rev. A. Garland Hinkle officiating. The body will arrive here sometime tomorrow and friends may see it at the Murphy Memorial Home.
submitted by Dorene Fox-Sprague

Obituary of Lucy I. Swartz Babcock
Canton Daily Register, Monday, April 29, 1907, page 8
Mrs. Lucy Babcock, wife of William H. Babcock, formerly a resident of Canton and Banner Townships died at her home in Pacific Grove, Calif., Sunday April 21, after about a year of illness. Letters announcing her death and that the remains will be brought to Canton, arriving probably on Friday, were received by Canton relatives Saturday.
Lucy I. Swartz was born in Buffalo, N. Y. Feb. 16, 1839, and was there married to William H. Babcock about 50 years ago. Immediately following their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Babcock came to Fulton county, residing first for about a year on the Amos Babcock farm, near Monterey, after which they moved to a farm near Bushnell, where they remained several years. Then they went to Painsville, O., and while there Mr. Babcock enlisted and served in the civil war for a couple of years. After the war they returned to Fulton county, settling on a farm near Monterey, and later moving to a location south of the old fair ground, near Canton. They went to California about three years ago.
Mrs. Babcock is survived by her husband, four daughters, and two sons. These are William and Charles Babcock of Canton; Mrs. Henry Evans, residing in California, and who was with her mother in her last illness; Mrs. Jefferson Shrader, who lives in Oregon; Mrs. W. H. Johnson, of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Mrs. Charles Martin, of Champaign. Three daughters are dead.
Other near relatives are three brothers and one sister. Thomas L. Swartz, of Kewanee; John W. Swartz, of Peoria; O. H. P. Swartz, of Rochester, N. Y. and Mrs. Viola R. Crandall, of Canton.
submitted by Dorene Fox-Sprague

Obituary of William A. Babcock
Canton, Illinois newspaper, November 29, 1918
Is Stricken By Apoplexy
William A. Babcock Dies Suddenly Yesterday at His Home
After wringing the head off a chicken for the family Thanksgiving dinner, William A. Babcock was stricken with apoplexy and died in a short time yesterday. He went to the barn lot at 9 a.m. and had killed the chicken and was on his way to the house when he fell in a heap by the porch, his wife finding him in unconsciousness, she having become alarmed by his long absence. He regained consciousness for a few moments after taken into the house, but died at 2:45 o clock. Mr. Babcock had a severe case of influenza but was practically recovered and had done some work. He was uptown the day before and was in his usual jovial spirits.
Mr. Babcock was a son of William H. and Lucy Babcock, and was born in Missouri, July 7, 1867. His father died last March and his mother a number of years ago. The family came to this county when he was quite young and Mr. Babcock resided on a farm near here until nine years ago, since which time he did some carpenter work, and was employed on the Interurban as motorman and was in charge for a time for the substation at Bryant.
Mr. Babcock was twice married. His first wife, who died in 1899, was Mary E. Benson. They were married March 15, 1888, and to their union were born five children: Harry E. Peoria: Mrs. G. L. Mooney, Davenport; Roy, of the 108th engineer supply train, France; Delmar, at home, and Clarence, who died December 3, 1896. The second wife was Sophia B. Fouts and they were married October 10, 1900. Two children were born to them: John H., who died in infancy, and Jane B., who, with her mother, survives.
There also survive one brother, Charles A., Canton, and three sisters: Mrs. W. H. Johnston, Los Angeles; Mrs. Henry Evans, California, and Mrs. J. G. Shrader, Albany, Oregon. Mrs. Charles Martin, another sister, is deceased.
submitted by Dorene Fox-Sprague

Death Notice of Alec Barnes
probably 20s
Samuel Barnes received a dispatch from Oklahoma last week stating that his uncle, Alec Barnes had died. Mr. Barnes was about 84 years old.
Submitted by James Covel

Obituary of Harriet McDougan Barnes
Unknown
Aged Lady Dies
Mrs. Harriet Barnes passed away at her home about ? miles east of Adair Sunday evening, April 18 at 10 o'clock, death came from natural causes due to old age.
Harriet McDougan Barnes was born near Blumery furnace, Hampshire Co., West Va. and passed away at her late home April 18, 1920 at the advanced age of 84 years. She was united in marriage to Isaac Barnes in 1846 who passed away March 14, 1890. There were born to them four children, Samuel F. Barnes and J. Park Barnes living on the home place, Florence Carrison who died Feb. 1892 and Emma who died in infancy.
Mr. and Mrs. Barnes came to Ill. in March 1834 and landed in Havana, later moving to the home where they both died and where they have resided since 1866. Besides the two sons, she is survived by 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She had no relatives except some nieces and nephews in the east. She was a sister to Joseph McDougan, who taught school for several years at the Shinn school and to mysteriously disappeared as will be remembered by many older residents. Mrs. Barnes was of a quiet nature, but to know her was to love and respect her. She was a kind and loving wife and mother and a highly respected neighbor and will be greatly missed in the community, where she has so long resided and especially will she be missed by her son Park, with whom she lived alone since the death of her husband.
Funeral services were held at the Temple church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock conducted by Rev. Ross of Vermont. Interment in the Temple cemetery.
Submitted by James Covel

Obituary of June Hoyt Barnes
Eagle Publications, July 22, 1999
June Barnes
June Barnes, 66, of 100 W. Jefferson St., Macomb died at 5:15 p.m. Sunday, July 18, 1999, in her residence.
She was born July 7, 1933, in Peoria, the daughter of Gerald and Goldie (Flint) Hoyt. She married Joseph Leland Barnes on Jan. 13, 1950, in Peoria. He died on Jan. 18, 1996.
Survivors include sons Joe Barnes of Macomb, Don Barnes of Macomb, Ricky T. Barnes of Bushnell and David Lynn Barnes of Blandinsville; seven grandchildren; five grandstepchildren; two great-grandchildren; brother Dale Hoyt of Adair.
She was preceded in death by son Raymond Lee Barnes and one sister.
Mrs. Barnes worked at King Seeley in Macomb for 18 years. She was a member of the Macomb VFW and the New Salem Christian Church.
Services were July 21 in the Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home with the Rev. James Comstock officiating. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Obituary for Diane Elizabeth (Carrison) Garrison Barnes
unknown paper, July 1921
Mrs. Samuel Barnes, an aged and very highly respected citizen, passed away at her home about six miles east of Adair after an extended illness of diabetes. She was taken very much worse only a few days before her death, but her suffering was very severe until she lapsed into unconsciousness about two days before the end came and she passed peacefully to her reward.
Diana Elizabeth, daughter of Robert and Elizabeth Carrison (Garrison), was born in the vicinity in which she died September 12, 1853 and passed away July 23, 1921 at the age of 57 years, 10 months and 11 days.
In the year of 1873 she was united in marriage to Samuel Barnes and to them were born five sons and one daughter, all of whom are living, this being the first death to visit their family in their long married life.
The children are Harvey and Henry of Table Grove neighborhood; Frank of Washington, Iowa; Miss Jennie at home; Myron of Minnesota and Isaac of Washington, lowa. She is also survived by several grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Carl Westlake of near Table Grove and Mrs. Lawson Rutledge of Alberta, Canada.
Mrs. Barnes was a kind neighbor and friend, who was ever ready to help any who in anyway needed assistance in sickness or death. She was a home loving woman and it is with a loving remembrance that this family can bid farewell to their mother, wife and sister, whose hands were ever ready to minister to them and although failing health had deprived her of going about much for some time, she will be missed by her neighbors and friends.
Funeral services were held at the Temple Church and interment was at Temple Cemetery.
Submitted by James Covel

Obituary of Robert "Ike" I. Barnes
Fulton County Democrat, March 4, 1981
Robert Barnes
Graveside services for Robert I. (Ike) Barnes, 88, who died Feb. 26 at the Colchester Nursing Home, were held March 1 at Ipava Cemetery with Rev. Gary Hardesty officiating.
He is a former Ipava resident. He was born June 21, 1892 at Table Grove, a son of Samuel and Diana (Carrison) Barnes. He married Zena C. Codling in 1919. She died March 8, 1974.
He was a retired carpenter and a World War I veteran. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife and four brothers.
submitted by Jim Covel

Obituary for Samuel Franklin Barnes
unknown paper, November 1922
Samuel Barnes passed away at his home east of Adair in the Shinns neighborhood November 22 following a severe paralytic stroke. He had been afficted for some time following a stroke, but for the past two weeks had been in a serious condition.
     Samuel Franklin Barnes passed away at his home six miles north of Table Grove, IL. He was born in Virginia Feb. 25, 1849 and passed away Nov. 22, 1922 aged 73 years, 8 months and 27 days. He was united in marriage April 10, 1873 to Dianna Garrison who preceded him in death - she passed away July 23, 1921.
     To this union were born six children - H. {Harvey} R. Barnes, Henry Barnes of near Table Grove: Frank Barnes of Washington, Ia.; Myron Barnes of Birchdale, Minn; Isaac Barnes of near Ipava and Miss Jennie Barnes at home. Mr. Barnes was a kind husband, father and friend and will be greatly missed by the home circle and the vicinity in which he had lived so many years.
     Funeral services were held at the Temple Church conducted by Rev. Williams, pastor of the Presbyterian Church of Ipava. Interment in the Temple Cemetery.
Submitted by James Covel

Funeral of Joseph Barney
unknown paper, November 1918
The funeral of Joseph Barney [he died Nov. 18, 1918] was held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at the residence, 123? West Elm Street. The service was conducted by the Rev. Dr. George B. McKee, pastor of the First Baptist church, of which Mr. Barney had been many years an honored member. There were present, besides relatives and nearest friends, representatives of the Civil War veterans and of the grocers of the city. All the grocery stores were closed from 2 o'clock to 3, as a mark of respect to the memory of Canton's oldest merchant in that line of business.
Notably beautiful floral offerings were sent by the grocers and by the friends of Walter B. Barney, son of the decedent, in the P. and O. offices.
Burial was in the family lot in Greenwood cemetery.
submitted by Roy Girard

Obituary of Abraham O. Baughman
Canton Daily Register, Canton, Illinois., Feb 28 1901
A. O. (Abraham O.) Baughman died Wed. eve. at the family residence, 319 North 2nd. Ave. Canton, Il. Heart trouble.
A. O. Baughman was born near Cuba, Il. Oct. 16, 1832, the son of Abraham & Hannah Baughman.
He came to Canton as a young man and clerked for John G. Graham, until he went into business for himself in partnership with Edward Walter; this was in 1854 and they conducted a general store on the North side of the square. His next venture was with his brother - Henry Baughman with whom he engaged in the shoe business on the East side of the square in 1864. He gave up the retail business in 1871 to go on the road for a New York shoe house and traveled for them for 20 years.
He was married Apr. 15, 1858 to Miss Mary Capps, who survives him. He also leaves a daughter - Mrs. (Daisy Rhea) U. G. Orendorff and a brother - John Baughman of Smithfield, Il. A daughter and a son - Ida and Charles died in childhood.

Death of Oscar Baughman
Rushville Times, June ??, 1912
Oscar Baughman, a prominent citizen of Lewistown and proprietor of the Hotel Waggoner, died last Thursday of Bright's disease, aged 50 years.
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Obituary of Peter Bauman
Fulton County Ledger, Thursday, Febraury 5, 1891
In Canton, Thursday, Jan 29, 1891, Mr. Peter Bauman, aged 77 years 8 months and 2 days. Funeral Services were held at the family residence corner of Cole and Fourth Streets, Sunday afternoon, February 1, at 2:30 PM. Professor Hierenymons of Eureka College, who was called here for that purpose, conducted the services.
Peter Bauman was the son of Eli A. Bauman, and was born in Cumberland Co. Pa, May 27, 1813. His father brought his family to Illinois in 1838 and settled in Buckheart township, this county.
In 1839 Peter Bauman married Mary Ann, daughter of the late Thomas T. Bybee who survives him. Twelve children were born to them, several of whom have died. Among the living are Mrs. H. Homer, Mrs. Debbie McGehee, Mrs. M. A. Rogers, Mrs. Charles Cline and Elmer, all of this city. A few years since the family moved from Buckheart to a fine property at the east end of Union Street and a year or two since moved into the city and occupied a property corner of Cole and Fourth Streets.
submitted by Karen Morlan

Obituary of Edward "Bud" Glenn Baxter Jr.
Eagle Publication, Jan. 7, 1999
Edward Glenn "Bud" Baxter Jr.
Edward Glenn "Bud" Baxter Jr., age 78, of 841 Knox Road 450 East Abingdon, Illinois passed away Monday, December 28, 1998 at 2:25 p.m. at his home in rural Abingdon, Illinois.
Born October 26, 1920 in Canton, Illinois, he was the son of Edward Glenn and Elizabeth Haynes Baxter Sr. He married Imogene M. "Jean" Peterson on September 20, 1941 in Kahoka, Missouri. She preceded him in death on March 2, 1998.
Survivors include one daughter, Vickie Lundstrom of Marquette Heights, Illinois; four sisters, Mrs. Harold (Vera) Becker of Knoxville; Helen Brentlinger of Galesburg, Berniece "Dolly" Sosh, and Mrs. Paul (Charlotte "Duke") Lear, both of Knoxville; 3 nieces and 1 nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents; 3 sisters, one brother and one niece.
He was raised and educated in Knoxville where he lived before moving to rural Abingdon 23 years ago.
He worked in the coal mines in Knox County and at the former Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad and also at the Admiral Corporation a Division of Maytag Corporation as an assembler retiring from there in 1985.
He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was a former member of the American Legion.
Cremation rites were accorded.
Hurd Hendrick Funeral Home in Knoxville, Illinois, was in charge of the arrangements.
Interment of the remains will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
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Obituary of Mrs. Ann Bennett
Canton Daily Register, April 30, 1904
A Long Life
That of Mrs. Ann Bennett, Who Died on Saturday Morning-Past Four Score
Mrs. Ann Bennett died at 8:25 o clock Saturday morning at the home of her son-in-law, J. F. Jones, 425 South First Avenue. Death was due principally to old age. Mrs. Bennett had been in feeble health for a long time, and since November, 1903, had been confined to her bed.
Mrs. Bennett was born July 4, 1823, in Southern Wales, and was there married to William Bennett about the year 1845. In 1851 the family emigrated to America, settling first in Pennsylvania, and later coming to Illinois. In this state they lived for several years in Bloomington, and Mr. Bennett died about 30 years ago at Danville.
In 1876 Mrs. Bennett came to Fulton County and for 10 years made her home with her son, Nicholas Bennett, near Bryant. About 18 years ago she came to Canton and from that time lived with Mr. And Mrs. Jones.
Nicholas Bennett died about three years ago and Mrs. Jones is the nearest living relative of the deceased [line missing, bad spot in microfilm] C. Jacobs-lives in Evanston, and for the past two weeks has been at the bed side of her foster mother.
The funeral service will be conducted at the house at 3 o clock Monday afternoon, by the Rev. J. S. Patterson, of Kewanee, and burial will be in Greenwood cemetery.
submitted by Scottie McCoy

Obituary of Mrs. Harriet Bennie
Peoria Journal Star, Thursday, Dec. 22, 1949, pg 25
Funeral Services for Mrs. Harriet Bennie, 81 of 222 Lydia Ave., who died at her home Wednesday morning, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Murphy memorial home in Canton, her former home. Interment will be in Greenwood cemetery.
submitted by Candi Horton

Obituary of Dave Bergquist
Astoria Argus Searchlight?, Astoria, Illinois, unknown date
Former Astoria Resident Dies Near Adair, Sunday
Dave Bergquist, 67, who resided on the J. A. Barnhart farm three and one-half miles northeast of Adair, died at 12:30 Sunday afternoon at his home. He had been ill of pneumonia two days and had been in failing health for some time because of heart trouble.
He was born at Ipava in 1885, a son of S. A. and Vernelia Bergquist, and was married December 20, 1909 to Bessie Workman of Astoria. They had no children. The widow and several brothers and sisters survive.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 Tuesday afternoon at the Horton home, Astoria. Burial in Astoria cemetery.
submitted by Tammie Orr Brown

Obituary of Frederick "Fred" Nicholas Bergquist
Astoria Argus Searchlight, March 31, 1904, Astoria, Illinois
A Boy Meets Awful Death
Frederick Bergquist Ground To Atoms In Attemping To Jump From A Swiftly Moving Freight Train On Sunday Morning.
With Three Companions the 14 year old lad visits Beardstown and is Killed on returning home.
The Coroner's Inquest
One of the most terrible and sorely distressing accidents that has occurred in Astoria in recent years took place at the C. B.& Q. depot in this city on Sunday morning of this week when a fast moving through freight train ran over and killed Frederick Nicholas Bergquist, the 14 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Bergquist, who reside about three miles east of Astoria.
From the evidence produced at the coroner's inquest it was found that in company with three neighbor boys of about his age Fred Bergquist had boarded a freight train at Astoria and "bummed" his way to Vermont. From there, by the same means, the boys had made their way to Beardstown Saturday evening.
At that place the youthful country lads, had visited a saloon, some of the company buying whiskey and beer which was sold to them without questions being asked.
Near the hour of midnight the quartette boarded a through freight train at Beardstown to again "bum" their way to Astoria.
The through train on which they were riding was due in Astoria at 12:37 a.m., and passed through on time, going at a high rate of speed. Evidently in attempting to leave the train Fred Bergquist fell beneath the wheels and his bright young life was summarily crushed out.
Immediately after the train passed through Myron McClelland found the mangled, bruised and bleeding body of the boy laying on the railroad track between the rails. His left leg was crushed off at the hip, his right severed at the knee, his hips crushed, his face cut and fearfully bruised, the body having been rolled in the grime and dirt beneath the train and cruel iron wheels until it presented a most gruesome sight, his features scarcely recognizable by his chums or near relative.
Doctors Bottorf and Price were at once summoned and responded quickly. They found the boy in a dying condition, his life fast ebbing away. The terrible shock was more than the human body could withstand. Knowing this the doctors did all they could to make him comfortable while the fleeting spirit remained in the wrecked and broken house of clay. He lived over four hours until 5 a.m. of Sunday, when the soul took its flight to the realms of the unknown beyond.
The body of the young man was taken to the undertaking parlors of J. B. Harris, where it was prepared for burial and later taken to the home of the boy's parents east of town.
Frederick Nicholas Bergquist was born November 4, 1889 and died March 27, 1904 aged 14 years, 4 months, and 23 days. He leaves a father, mother, a brother, and six sisters who are grief-stricken by his untimely demise. In their sorrow and deep affliction they have the sympathy of the whole community.
The funeral services were conducted at the Christian Church in this city on Tuesday afternoon of this week at 2 o'clock, Rev. J. W. Keefer, pastor of the church, officiating.
Sad indeed is the death of this young man. He is cut down in the very bloom of youth, when life seemed most bright and promising. Lured from a quiet, peaceful home he seeks the adventure of boarding a thunderous, swiftly gliding railroad train at the dead hour of midnight and is soon unceremoniously hurled into the blackness of an awful death.
Such is the dreadful fate of Fred Bergquist who for the first time experienced such an adventure. Dozens and dozens of boys and men in and about Astoria have for years past been courting such a fate by jumping off and on such trains and their lives have only been spared at times by merest chance. His sealed doom should stand out as a warning to all young men and boys practicing this habit. Parents and officials should use every effort to stop this practice. The laws are ample and should be enforced.

Coroner's Inquest
On Monday afternoon Esquire D. W. Horner, of this city, impaneled a jury of the following gentlemen to investigate the death of Frederick N. Bergquist: A. E. Scott, foreman; W. S. Cooper, Jacob Darling, Abram Horton, D. B. Danner, John Littlejohn.
After examining the body at the family residence east of town the jury examined the following witnesses:

Dr. D. W. Bottorf
Testified substantially as follows: On Saturday night about a quarter of one o clock was called by Myron McClelland. Was told that a man was killed or injured at the depot. Called Dr. Price and together went to depot. Found body of a young man at depot on platform. Both legs were cut off, one at hip and the other at knee, the former hanging by shreds of flesh. Found out on temple. Found pulse very low. Removed body to freight room and then to ladies waiting room. Condition was such that he could not recover. Remained with him until three o clock administering one fourth grain of morphine to ease pain. The shock of accident killed him as there was not sufficient loss of blood to do so. Endeavored to smell liquor, but found no trace on his breath.

Dr. E. M. Price
Arrived with Dr. Bottorf and found case as stated by the doctor. He was unconscious and did not regain consciousness or speak. Smelled no liquor upon him. Remained until 3 o clock a.m., doing what we could to comfort him.

M. J. McClelland
Was at light-plant when train went through going north. Saw three parties on top of train. After train passed through saw body on track. Went for Doctor Bottorf. When returned found body had been removed from track to platform. It was about half past 12 a.m., that train went through. France boy had been drinking. Saw one person get off of train at lumber yard.

H. S. Stauffer, Night Agent
Was at desk. Train No. 77 due at 12:37. Went through on time. McClelland called him said that man was killed. At first thought was joking. Sent message to Beardstown that he would flag next freight. Body was afterwards removed to platform. Then to depot.

Guy France
Live east of town 2 ½ miles. Saw Bergquist on flat car coming from Beardstown. I got off back next to caboose. Did not see Fred until after I had gone back and saw him on platform. Got off at elevator. Fred Bergquist and Charley Van Ness were on car when I got off. We were on a flat car loaded with cedar poles. The other boy was Claude Rhodes. Went to Vermont from Astoria and got on freight. Went from there to Beardstown on 10 o'clock freight. Did not drink. Went in saloon. Then to restaurant. Got beer in saloon. One of the boys paid for it-one of the boys, Van Ness or Rhodes. Saw Van Ness have liquor first. I am 17 years old.

Claude Rhodes
Know Fred Bergquist. Last saw him when train was near station south of town. Four of us together in Beardstown. Got off train coming back below town. Went home by way of the little railroad east of town. Went to saloon across R. R. track at Beardstown. Van Ness bought bottle of whiskey and bottle of beer. I drank part of glass of beer as did also Van Ness. France did not drink beer. Went to Vermont from Astoria. Boarded freight train there for Astoria. Train did not stop at Astoria. We intended to stop at Astoria, but train went on through to Beardstown. I am 15 years old. Didn t pay way on train. When cross questioned by Attorney Butcher he said: Van Ness drank whiskey on train. I bought beer. Paid for it. Bought it off old looking man with white whiskers. Bought four glasses of beer. Van Ness drank one. I drank one. Other boys did not drink. Bartender asked no questions. Called for what he wanted and got it.

Charley Van Ness
Acquainted with Fred Bergquist. Was with him Saturday night. Went to Vermont. Then to Beardstown. Intended to stop at Astoria. Train did not stop at town. Went to Beardstown. Went into saloon across from railroad track. Claude Rhodes bought glass of beer. Bought bottle of beer and bottle of whiskey. Me and Claude drank beer. Drank none of whiskey. All of us were on flat car. All on at bend below town. Got off at upper lumber yard. Saw Fred on railroad track, in middle of track. Legs were cut off. Went on and came up town and went on home. Did not report it. I am about 16 years old. Old man tending bar across R. R. had whiskers. One of boys called for whiskey Claude Rhodes. He bought whiskey first. Then I bought pint of whiskey. Bought bottle of beer. Me and Fred and Guy on same end of car. Me and Claude and Guy tasted liquor on train. Got into Astoria at about 12:30.

Astoria, Ill., March 28, 1904
We, the jury impaneled to inquire into the death of Frederick Bergquist, after due inquiry find that he came to his death at Astoria, Ill., on Sunday, March 27, 1904, by falling from a passing train at 12:37 a.m. of said day, and consider that the railway company is not in any way to blame or responsible for the death of same.

A. E. Scott, Foreman; W. S. Cooper; Jacob Darling; Abram Horton; D. B. Danner; John Littlejohn.
submitted by Tammie Orr Brown

Obituary of Harry Bergquist
Astoria Argus Searchlight, Astoria, Illinois, unknown date
Leesburg - Mr. and Mrs. Bergquist buried their little son Harry last Thursday [Feb. 20, 1900]. To all, the angel of death is an unwelcome guest, yet he is nor respector of persons. But what is life? All the life we know is mixed with death and images of woe.
submitted by Tammie Orr Brown

Obituary of Samuel Bergquist
Astoria Argus Searchlight, Astoria, Illinois, March 20, 1926
Samuel Bergquist Civil War Veteran Of Astoria, Dead March 20, 1926
Astoria, March 20 (Special)
Samuel Bergquist, a veteran of the Civil War, died at his home here at 8:20 o'clock Friday night at the age of 81 years. He had been ill more than a year with a complication of diseases.
Mr. Bergquist was born in Sweden. At the age of four years he was brought by his family to America. When sight of land on this side, his mother died. She was buried in New York.
He was married to Vermillia Trotter, who with the following children survive: David of Galesburg, Mrs. Charles Cleer of Peoria, Mrs. Guy Thomas of Havana and Mrs. Glen Ring of Muskegon, Michigan.
Mr. Bergquist served throughout the Civil War with the union forces. A military funeral will be held, probably tomorrow but the exact hour was not decided pending word from the son.
submitted by Tammie Orr Brown

Obituary of Vernelia Trotter Bergquist
Astoria Argus Searchlight, Astoria, Illinois, Dec. 17, 1943
Aged Astoria Woman Dies
Mrs. Samuel Bergquist Passed Away at Home of Daughter in Peoria
Mrs. Vernelia Bergquist died Friday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jennie Cleer in Peoria. Death was due to heart ailment. She was aged 85 years, 2 months and 12 days.
Mrs. Bergquist, the daughter of David and Elizabeth Trotter, was born Oct. 5, 1855 in Havana. She was united in marriage to Samuel Bergquist, March 6, 1878 at Havana. He passed away March 19, 1926.
Mrs. Bergquist is survived by the following children: Mrs. Jennie Cleer of Peoria, David Bergquist, Adair, Mrs. Estella Thomas, Astoria, and Mrs. Dorothy Ring, Havana.
Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Christian church, Astoria, conducted by Rev. E. E. Catlin, the pastor. Burial in Astoria cemetery.
submitted by Tammie Orr Brown

Obituary of George Seymour Betts
Canton Register, Feb. 15, 1906
George Seymour Betts
Banner Twp; died Wed at his home. Death was due to bladder trouble from which Mr. Betts suffered for several years.
George Seymour Betts was born 2 Mar 1841 in Mercer County PA. When about 12 years of age he removed with his parents to Wisconsin and in the fall of 1861 came to Illinois settling in Banner Township. Here in the spring of 1862 he married Miss Isobel Prior and about a year later they returned to Wisconsin residing there two years after which they returned to Fulton County, settling on Duck Island. They resided there two years and later on the W. H. Smith farm in Banner Township until 11 years ago when Mr. Betts purchased the farm where his death occurred.
Mrs. Betts died in 1886 leaving 5 children-of these 4 are living: John Betts - Dunfermline; George S Jr. - Banner Twp; Fred L. - Peoria and William H. - Des Moines IA; one daughter is dead. In 1889 Mr. Betts married Miss Annie Hughes and she with 4 children also survive. The children are: Lucy, Elizabeth, Clara and Wealthy - all reside at the parental home. Two brothers of Mr. Betts: John & Lewis Betts are residents of Omaha NE; three sisters are living; one brother and two sisters are dead. The funeral will be held Friday at Utica Church and interment will be in Walnut Cemetery.
submitted by Dawn Stewart

Obituary of Faire Vorhees Bevard
Eagle Publications, Feb. 1, 2001
Faire Bevard
Faire Bevard, 100, died at 2:50 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, 2001, at Rosewood Care Center in Galesburg.
Born June 3, 1900, in Ellisville to Fred and Hattie Knickerbocker Vorhees, she married Elmer L. Bevard on June 15, 1922. He preceded her in death.
Surviving are one son, J. Lee Bevard of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
She was preceded in death by four brothers, three sisters, one son and one daughter.
She was a member of United Methodist Church in Galesburg.
Services were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Corman Memorial Home in Avon.
Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Fairview.
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Obituary of Anna E. Myers Blemler
Astoria Argus, unknown date
Mrs. Anna Blemler
An Aged Resident Answers Call.
Mrs. Anna E. Blemler, an old and highly respected resident of Astoria, died at the home of her son Harry Blemler, Friday morning, following a paralytic stroke which she suffered a week previous.
Mrs. Blemler had been suffering from poor health for some time, but her condition was not considered critical until she was stricken.
The deceased was born in Cumberland county, Pennsylvania, June 28, 1849, her maiden name being Anna E. Myers. She came to Illinois about forty-two years ago and has since resided in Astoria.
On Oct. 10, 1869 the deceased was united in marriage to Daniel Blemler, who passed to the great beyond on May 30, 1914. Six children were born to this union, two sons survive, Charles E. and Harry Blemler, both residents of Astoria. Besides her two sons, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Ida Schaefer of Carlisle, Pa., one brother, Freely Myers, Harrisburg, Pa., and seven grandchildren.
She was a member of the Church of the Brethren and was one of those old fashioned, home-loving women, who devoted her entire life to her family. She lived a faithful Christian life to the end.
Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 o'clock P.M. at the residence of her son Harry, conducted by Rev. A. L. Sellers of Vermont. Interment in the Astoria Cemetery.
submitted by LouAnn Cameron)

Obituary of Daniel Blemler
Astoria Argus, June 3, 1914
Daniel Blemler
Daniel Blemler was born in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania on July 4, 1848 and died May 31, 1914 at the Bartonville Hospital, this state, aged 65 years, 10 months and 27 days.
On Nov. 25, 1869 he was united in marriage to Anna E. Myers, also of Cumberland County, PA. To this union were born six children. Of these, three have passed to the spirit world, two having died in infancy. About two years after their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Blemler moved from Pennsylvania and located in Astoria, where they have made their home since.
Mr. Blemler leaves a widow, Mrs. Anna Blemler, and also three children: Mrs. Mary Amelia Demy, Charles Edward Blemler, and Joseph Henry Blemler, all living in and near Astoria and well known in the community. He also leaves one brother, William Blemler, living at Billsburg (Dillsburg), PA.
Funeral services were held at the home of his son, Charles Blemler, in Astoria, on Tuesday, June 2, at 2:30 p.m. Interment in the Astoria cemetery. Services were conducted by Eld. J. M. Moore, of Chicago.
submitted by LouAnn Cameron

Obituary of James Eldon Blemler
Eagle Publications, Jun. 17, 1999
James Eldon Blemler
James Eldon Blemler, 80, of 406 Evergreen Drive, Macomb, died at 10 a.m. Friday, June 11, 1999, in McDonough District Hospital at Macomb.
He was born Feb. 17, 1919, in Astoria to Joseph Harry and Lenora Bloomfield Blemler.
He married Marian E. Pearce on March 5, 1960, in Denver, Colo. She survives.
He is also survived by stepson William C. McMurphy of Virginia Beach, Va.; two grandstepsons and brother John W. Blemler of Ipava.
He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
Mr. Blemler was an Army veteran of WW II, serving five years in the Signal Corps as a staff sergeant. He worked at Caterpillar, Inc., for 30 years and retired as a general supervisor.
He was a member of of the First Christian Church of Macomb.
Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Friday in the First Christian Church of Macomb with the Rev. James Stovall officiating.
The burial of ashes will follow in Oakwood Cemetery. Sargent-Worthington Funeral home is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may be made either to the First Christian Church or McDonough District Hospital Hospice program.
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Obituary of Mary A. Blemler Demy
Astoria Argus, unknown date
Answers Call
Mrs. Mary A. Blemler Demy passed away at 3:30 Sunday at her home one and one half miles southwest of Astoria. The cause of death was kidney trouble and other complications from which she has been a long patient sufferer. She was aged 44 years, 7 months and 8 days.
The deceased was born in Astoria, May 11, 1871. She was married Nov. 30, 1890, to H. C. Demy and to them were born three children, Mrs. Wilma Harn of Beardstown, Mrs. Helen Walters of Table Grove and Anna M. at home, who with the father survive to mourn the loss of a tender, loving and true wife and mother.
Besides her family she leaves an aged mother, Mrs. Anna E. Blemler and two brothers, C. E. and J. H. Blemler both of Astoria and a host of friends.
Since the day she took sick, nothing in medical skill or otherwise was spared to restore her health.
The sympathy of the community goes out to the husband and family.
The funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 o'clock at the M. E. church, conducted by Rev. C. T. Pilch. Interment in Astoria cemetery.
submitted by LouAnn Cameron

Obituary of Sally A. Brennan Blodgett
Eagle Publications, Oct. 10, 2002
Sally Blodgett
Sally A. Blodgett, 66, Yates City, died at 8:17 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2002, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria.
Born Nov. 4, 1935, in Kewanee the daughter of Don and Violet Henander Brennan, she married Rodney Blodgett Aug. 20, 1953, in London Mills. He survives.
Also surviving are her mother, Farmington; three sons, Randy, Yates City, Mike (Cindy) Brimfield and Jeff, Oxford, Miss.; two daughters, Kathy (Dan) Kiesewetter, Farmington and Lora (Kevin) Ramp, Yates City; one brother, Don (Mary) Brennan, Peoria; two sisters, Donna Mae (Leon) Tice, London Mills and Cheryl (George) Dunavant, Bishop Hill; and seven grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father.
She had served as Knox County deputy clerk for 20 years and as Knox County Clerk for the six years, retiring July 13, 2001.
She was a member of Yates City Community Development Association. She was a former member of Yates City Park Board and Yates City School Board, where she was past president.
She also was a member of Yates City United Presbyterian Church.
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Patterson Funeral Home, Elmwood with the Rev. Mary Babcock officiating.
Burial was in Yates City Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Yates City Community Center or the Elba-Salem Fire Department. (Eagle Publications, Oct. 10, 2002,
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Death Notice of G. R. Call and W. Boland
Lewistown Union (Fulton County Ledger), Tuesday, Aug. 16, 1864
Killed And Wounded
We have information from the 103rd Illinois that G. R. Call and W. Boland were killed, and Finley Cruzan and John Virgil were wounded in the engagement of the 28th, near Atlanta, Ga.
submitted by Debbie Hill

Obituary of Dale Eugene Booth
Unknown newspaper and date
Glasford - Dale Eugene Booth, 90, of Peoria, formerly of Glasford, died at 3:40 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4, 2003, in the OSF Saint Francis Medical Center emergency room in Peoria.
Born May 23, 1913, in Canton to Eugene R. and Goldie Fidler Booth, he married Ruby Whitford on Sept. 5, 1936, in Peoria. She survives.
Also surviving are five daughters, Patricia (and Max) Melton of Kilgore, Texas, Sharon Searla of Glasford, Janet (and Charles) Naylor of Mapleton, Judi (and Ron) Jones of Princeville and Deborah (and Randy) Gallinger of Trivoli; two sons, Rodger (and Norma) and Eugene (and Carol), both of Glasford; 18 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; one brother, James (and Alice) of Canton; and one sister, Dorothy Hebb of Canton.
He was preceded in death by one son, Robert (Rodger's twin); one great-grandson; two sisters; and two brothers.
A World War II Army Air Forces veteran, he was a member of American Legion Post 35. He was of the Baptist faith.
Services will be at noon Monday at Woolsey Funeral Home in Glasford, where visitation will be two hours before services. The Rev. Jack Thompson will officiate. Burial will be in Lancaster Cemetery. Memorials may be made to any charity.
submitted by Danni Hopkins

Obituary of L. Maxine Rice Bowden
Eagle Publications, Feb. 21, 2003
L. Maxine Bowden
L. Maxine Bowden, 86, Galesburg, died at 4:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, 2003, in Galesburg Cottage Hospital.
She was born Oct. 22, 1916, in Canton, the daughter of Floyd Harrison and Cloe Jane (White) Rice.
She married Franklin Bowden, Dec. 4, 1935, in Galesburg. He died in February of 1968.
Surviving are one sister, Waneta (Wallace) Reed, London Mills; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister.
She worked in the office at the former O. T. Johnson's Department Store, Galesburg, for several years. She also did alterations for people in the area.
She lived in Galesburg most of her life and was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Graveside services were held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2003, in East Linwood Cemetery with the Rev. Gina Sheridan officiating.
Funeral arrangements were in charge of Hinchliff-Pearson-West Galesburg Chapel.
Memorials can be made to American Heart Association or the Care Center of Abingdon.
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Obituary of Sara E. Lorton Breasaw
Eagle Publications, Jan. 28, 1999
Sara Breasaw
Sara E. Breasaw, age 93, of 1792 23rd Ave., Avon, formerly of Bushnell, died at 10:40 p.m. Friday, January 22, 1999, at Avon Nursing Home.
Born June 17,1905, in Roodhouse to Milton S. and Ollie R. Snow Lorton, she married Charles W. Breasaw on July 8, 1924, in Bushnell. He died December 26, 1982.
One son, Charles, three brothers and two sisters also preceded her in death.
Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Harry (Dorotha) Barnes of Avon; one brother, Kenneth Lorton of Bushnell; one sister, Lillie Ruark of Lewistown; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and two step great-great granddaughters.
She was a former member of the Women's Relief Corps.
She attended Bushnell United Methodist Church Quilting Club.
Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Bushnell Cemetery with Rev. Norm Walagoria officiating.
Martin-Hollis Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or to Avon Nursing Home activity department.
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Obituary of Jonas Brewer
Canton Daily Ledger, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 1961, pg 2
Jonas Brewer, 80, Dies Tuesday In Galesburg Hospital
Cuba - Jonas Brewer, 80, of Cuba, died at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Cottage Hospital at Galesburg after a one year illness. A Cuba resident at the Johnson Rest Home in St. David before entering the hospital.
   A son of William and Ella (Morgan) Brewer, he was born April 16, 1880 in Putman township. He never married.
   Surviving are two nieces, Mrs. Frances Roberts and Mrs. Mary Scalf, both of Bryant and one nephew, Arthur Larson of Canton. Two sisters preceded him in death.
   Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Hukill Funeral Chapel, where friends may call. Burial will be in Cuba Cemetery.
submitted by Judi Gilker

Obituary of Glenn Leland Brooks
Eagle Publications, July, 1, 1999
Glenn L. Brooks
Glenn L. Brooks, 66, died Friday, June 25, 1999 at 6:05 a.m. at home.
Mr. Brooks was born June 23, 1933 in Bryant Township, Fulton County, the son of Glenn D. and and Jessie Marie Howarth Brooks.
Survivors include: sons, Mike Brooks near Abingdon, Dale Brooks in Abingdon, Chuck Brooks with whom he made his home near Cameron, and Paul Brooks of Fisher; daughters, Judy Downin of Berwick, and Doris Williams of Abingdon; a brother, Kyle Brooks of Bryant; a sister, Ola Adcock of Abingdon; 12 grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.
Two brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Mr. Brooks attended Cuba High School. He worked for the former Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad (Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad) for 14 years, and then was employed by Midwest Manufacturing Co. (Maytag-Galesburg Refrigeration Products) for two years. He was a veteran of the US Army in the Korean Conflict.
He farmed for many years near Hermon and was a member of the Harry E. Wiles American Legion Post #381 in Abingdon.
Cremation rites were accorded for Glenn Leland Brooks, 66, Cameron, with private family services in Maryville Cemetery, Bryant.
Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Home, Abingdon, was in charge of arrangements.
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Obituary of Claire Henley Brown
Eagle Publications, Jun. 20, 2002
Claire Brown
Claire Brown, 84, Lewistown, formerly of Table Grove, died at 3:40 p.m. Sunday, June 16, 2002, at Graham Hospital, Canton.
She was born Aug. 10, 1917, in Blandinsville, the daughter of Martin L. and Kizzie Ella (Gibson) Henley. She married Merland Dayle Brown Dec. 31, 1955, in Ipava. He preceded her in death Sept. 26, 1993.
She is survived by one daughter, Lin (Jack) Myers, Ipava; one grandson, Cody David Myers, Ipava; one stepdaughter; several stepgrandchildren; nieces and nephews; and two special friends, Larry Bedwell and Katie Grove.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers, two sisters and one stepson.
She worked at Camp Ellis and Macomb Steel Products, and she and her husband were in business in Table Grove for several years.
She was a member of the Methodist Church of Augusta.
Services were held Wednesday, June 19, 2002, at the Shawgo Memorial Home, Ipava, with Damien Spikereit officiating. Interment was at the Vermont Cemetery, Vermont. Memorials may be made to the Table Grove Rescue Squad.
Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, was in charge of the arrangements.
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Obituary of Eugene A. Brown
Eagle Publications, Dec. 6, 2001
Eugene A. Brown
Eugene A. Brown, 81, of Macomb, died at 7:24 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2001, at McDonough District Hospital. He was born April 25, 1920, in Huron, S.D., the son of Bert and Nora Powel Brown. He married Irene Purdum Nov. 4, 1942, in Astoria. She preceded him in death May 18, 1989.
He is survived by one son, Ron Brown, Kokomo, Ind.; one daughter, Patricia Morrow, Macomb; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He served in the Army during World War II and the Korean War, achieving the rank of captain. He was a residential builder.
Graveside services were held Friday, Nov. 30, 2001, at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, with the Rev. Steven Workman officiating.
Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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Obituary of W. M. Bryant
died March 2, 1909
Unknown newspaper, March 1909
W. M. Bryant, a veteran of the Civil War, died Thursday morning at the "Home for Old Soldiers" in Quincy, Illinois, at the age of 68 years. His body was returned to Ipava, his former home. His body was taken to the home of James Bryant where the funeral was held on Wednesday P.M. at 2 o'clock.
W. M. Bryant was born in Trenton, New Jersey, in 1841. At the age of 25 years, he was united in marriage to Mary Roach of Mendota, Illinois. To them was born 12 children, six sons and six daughters. Two of the children, a boy and a girl, died in infancy. The surviving children who survive are: Ada Snowden of Industry, Illiinois, Charles Bryant of Kansas, Rebecca Mendenhall of Ipava, William Bryant of St. Joe, Missouri, Victoria McQueen of Milton, Oregon, Francis Spencer of Walla Walla, Washington, and James Bryant of Ipava.
W. M. Bryant volunteered his services for his country during the Civil War. He served three years in Company B of the 67th, also in the 151st regiment of the Illinois Volunteer Infantry. While in the service he served as 4th and 2nd sergeant.
Several members of the Knights of Pythias of which James Bryant is a member acted as escort as the body was being taken from the depot to the home of James Bryant. Members of the G.A.R. acted as pallbearers at the funeral.
The services were conducted by Rev. J. F. Leigh of the Methodist Church. Burial was in the Ipava, Illinois, cemetery.
Old soldiers are dropping off one by one, but their memory shall always linger. As the immortal Lincoln at Gettysburg said, "men may forget what we say here, but they can never forget what we did here."
submitted by Robert Boyack

Obituary of Doris E. Culp Bucher
Eagle Publications, October 3, 2002
Doris E. Bucher
Doris E. Bucher, 81, Bushnell, died at 11:25 a.m. Monday, Sept. 23, 2002, in LaMoine Christian Nursing Home, Roseville.
She was born Oct. 26, 1920, in McPherson, Kan., the daughter of Warren and Lena Hill Culp.
She married George W. Bucher on April 7, 1945, in St. Joseph, Mo. He died Nov. 13, 1992.
Surviving are two sons, John (Joni) Bucher, Marietta; Rob (Jill) Bucher, Pekin; four daughters, Mary Rita (Robert) Fritz, Hermann, Mo., Theresa (Gary) Melvin, Sullivan, Susan (Robert) Ferguson, Effingham, and Helen (Richard) Evans, Jefferson City, Mo.; a sister, Connie Baltezor, Faucet, Mo.; a sister-in-law, Clarabelle Culp, Troy, Kan.; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother.
She graduated from Troy High School, Troy, Kan., in 1938 and from Platt Guard Business College in 1940.
She moved to Bushnell in 1946. She and her husband owned and operated Western Illinois Milk Co., and she later owned and operated the Buttonhole Fabric and Sewing Store.
She was a member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church and the Junior Women's Club.
Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Bernard s Catholic Church, with the Rev. David Kurt officiating.
Martin-Hollis Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Burial was in Bushnell Mausoleum.
Memorials may be made to her church.
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Obituary of Ferne M. Kessler Bucher
Rushville Times, Wednesday, August 21, 2002
Ferne M. Bucher
Ferne M. Bucher, 91, of Astoria, died Saturday, Aug. 17, 2002, at Astoria Gardens.
She was born May 25, 1911, in Woodland Township, Fulton County, to John and Elizabeth (Etter) Kessler.
She married Isaac G. Bucher May 7, 1932, in Canton. He died April 1, 1981. She also was preceded in death by two brothers, Archie and Orville Kessler and one sister, Mary Kessler.
Survivors include five sons, Jim (wife Susie) Bucher of Macomb, Willie (wife Nellie) Bucher of Astoria, Bob (wife Susie) Bucher of Ipava, Albert (wife Marsha) Bucher of Astoria and Thomas (wife Debbie) of Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, Mrs. Rodney (Carolyn) Bricker of Greeley, Colo., and Mrs. Wendell (Alice) Clanin of Astoria; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She was a homemaker and also was a cook for Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville for several years. She was a member of Woodland Church of the Brethren.
Services were Tuesday, Aug. 20, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Pastor Kevin Kessler officiating. Burial was in the Astoria Cemetery.
Memorial may be made to Astoria Township Cemetery Association, Astoria Rescue Squad, or the Astoria Public Library.
submitted by Sara Hemp

Death of J. P. Buckman
London Times, London Mills, Illinois, July 21, 1893
Fairview
A terrible accident happened last week Wednesday a few miles north of Providence Chapel between here and Farmington. They were making hay and J. P. Buckman, a young man 19 years of age, was on the load. Either by accident or purposely he slid down the load to the ground, and in doing so was impaled on a handle of a fork which was sticking in the ground, the handle entering the rectum a distance of eighteen inches. The young man withdrew the fork without assistance and walked a distance of a quarter of a mile to the house. He suffered no pain at first, inflammation soon set in and he died Friday in terrible agony. The funeral was held Saturday at the Providence Chapel. Rev. J. F. James of this place preaching the discourse.
submitted by Todd Walter

Obituary of C. F. Bump
Canton Daily Register, February 24, 1902
Death of C. F. Bump
On Monday forenoon, assisted by Dr. J. E. Sutton and by Mrs. Dr. Bradley, who is a graduate nurse, Dr. W. E. Shallenberger amputated, just below the knee, the right leg of C. F. Bump. Although about 75 years of age, and weakened by suffering which the diseased limb had caused him, Mr. Bump rallied in a most encouraging manner after the operation and is doing well. It is three years since his left leg was amputated.

Canton Daily Register, February 26, 1902
C. F. Bump, one of Fulton county's old residents and most highly respected citizens, died Tuesday evening at 8:15 o'clock, at his home, west of town.
He was born in Greene county, N. Y., Sept. 29, 1829. He came to Illinois in 1848, and to Fulton county in 1850. He was three times married. His first wife was Anna Maria Foote, of New York state. His second and third wives were sisters, whose maiden name was Powell. He is survived by his wife and seven children: Barney J., who lives near Maple's Mill; Heman {Herman?}, living northwest of Canton; Mrs. Douglas Saunders, living near the homestead; Mrs. Martin Saunders, living near Independence; Cornelius, Alt and Sylvin, at home.
Mr. Bump's illness began three years ago. It was senile gangrene, affecting one foot. Amputation was resorted to, the leg being taken below the knee. Two months ago the same ailment manifested itself in the heel of the other foot, and on Monday that leg was also cut off below the knee. He was also afflicted with diabetes, which weakened him. Two hours before his death he relapsed into unconsciousness from which he never rallied.
The funeral takes place at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon, from the family residence, the Rev. W. B. Shinn officiating.
both submitted by Sara Hemp

Obituary of Mrs. (nee Hage) H. C. Bump
Canton Daily Register, March 9, 1904
Mrs. H. C. Bump died at 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon, at her home west of Canton, after an illness of five weeks, of pneumonia.

Canton Daily Register, March 10, 1904
Mrs. H. C. Bump, whose death was mentioned in Wednesday's Register, was born in Ohio, April 8, 1866, and was the daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth Hage.
She was married Oct. 27, 1885, at Lewiston, to H. C. Bump, who, with three children - Clifford, Maud and Blanche - ranging in age from 15 to seven years, survives her.
Mrs. Bump's father has been dead several years, and the death of her only sister - Mary Hage - occurred about a year ago. Her mother is a resident of Canton.
The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock Friday afternoon, at the Presbyterian church in Canton. The Rev. E. P. Rees will officiate, and interment will be in Greenwood cemetery.
Both submitted by Sara Hemp

Obituary for Heman (Herman?) Bump
Canton Daily Ledger, October 1, 1942
Heman Bump, 84, farmer living at Fiatt, died at the Graham hospital at 10:45 a.m. today, following an illness of 30 days. He entered the hospital Sept. 24 as a medical patient.
Mr. Bump was born June 6, 1858, in Joshua township, a son of Cornelius and Mary (Powell) Bump. In October, 1885, he was married to Almeda Hedge who preceeded him in death. He was the last of a family of seven children.
Surviving him are a son, Clifford of Route 2, Canton, and two daughters, Mrs. Maude Standard of Cuba and Miss Blanche Bump at home.
There have been no funeral arrangements made, but friends may call at the Sedgwick Memorial home. Burial will be in the Greenwood cemetery.
submitted by Sara Hemp

Obituary of Mrs. Debie Bybee
Fulton County Ledger, April 19, 1872, page 2
Died
Bybee - In Buckheart, April 8th Mrs. Debie Bybee, wife of Thomas T. Bybee, aged 71 years 9 Days and 12 hours.
Deceased was born March 30, 1801 in the state of North Carolina, and was married to Thomas T. Bybee about the year 1826 , in the state of Kentucky. In company with her husband she moved to Fulton County Illinois about 1830, and settled on the farm on which she died, where she continued to live until her death. She was known and respected by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
submitted by Karen Morlan

Obituary of Thomas T. Bybee
Fulton County Ledger, Oct. 12, 1877
Died at his residence in Buckheart township, Thursday afternoon, Oct. 4, 1877, of Pleuro-Pneumonia and old age, Mr. Thomas T. Bybee, aged 79 years and 14 days.
Mr. Bybee, was born in Clark county, Kentucky, Sept 20 1798. Married Rachel Hagans, by whom he had two children, David and James. Married his second wife in Estell County, Kentucky, Debby Willcoxen, sister of the late Capt. Elijah Willcoxen. By her he had two children, Lavina and Polly Ann, the former the first wife of W. H. Smith Esq. of Banner Township.
Mr. Bybee came to Fulton County, Illinois, in the fall of 1829, and camped on the bluff in Liverpool township, near where the road runs down to Jacob Maus. The next spring he settled on the south end of the premises on which he has since lived, and where he died. On the 8th day of April 1872, his second wife died and in August 1873 he married Miss Matilda Smith of Virginia, a half sister of W. H. Smith (William) Esq,. who with two children David and Polly Ann survive him. Mr. Bybee commenced the world a poor man; but managed, by industry and economy, to amass a handsome property, supposed to be worth nearly $200,000.00. And for a number of years many persons in financial difficulty or those desirous of securing loans have gone to Mr. Bybee to obtain his aid. He was taken a few weeks since with diarrhea, which weakened him very much.
He then took cold, which settled in Pleuro-pneumonia. He partially overcame this; but from his feeble condition from disease and old age, he was not able to rally and died on the day above named.
And thus has another of the prominent men of Fulton County (Illinois) gone from among us. One by one they are taken by Death, he is no respecter of persons or condition in life.
submitted by Karen Morlan

Obituary of Mrs. Mary Jane Cameron
Peoria Transcript, Feb. 15, 1923
Mary Jane Cameron, aged 73 years, died at her home near Bryant Tuesday at 4:30 a. m. Death resulting from complications. She was born July 9, 1849, in Iowa, and was married Feb. 7, 1885, to John J. Cameron, who is now dead. One child was born, Pearl Cameron, who survives. Mrs. Cameron was a member of the Christian church. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p. m. from the Christian church. The body will be taken to Weaver, Iowa, for burial.
submitted by Janine Crandell

Obituary of Elijah Capps
Canton Weekly Register, Thursday, Dec. 24, 1891
Elijah Capps
The death of Elijah Capps occurred Sunday morning at 8 o clock, at his home on West Locust street. Mr. Capps was probably the oldest person in Canton. He would have been ninety-five years of age in January had he lived.
Elijah A. Capps was born in Randolph county, North Carolina, in 1897. Mr. Capps came to Fulton County in 1838 and resided in Buckheart township until 1860, when he came to Canton. He was married in 1823 to Rebecca Walter. Mrs. Capps died about one year ago. Mr. Capps has been a member of the Methodist Episcopal church for about seventy-eight years.
Mr. Capps was the father of seven children, five of whom survive him. The children are James C. Capps, Maquon; Sarah J. Emry, Canton; Elizabeth Smith, Bushnell; Mary E. Baughman and Maria A. Main of Canton. The above mentioned children survive their father, but Lettice Hulit and Martha A. Capps, preceded their father to the grave.
The cause of the death of Mr. Capps is supposed to have been the grippe and also the effects of a fall which he received about a week ago.
The deceased was a most kind and generous man and a staunch believer in the future great destiny of this Republic. The latter fact was evinced by an occurrence when he disposed of his magnificent farm in Buckheart township during the early part of the late war. The United States Government had begun issuing greenbacks. Many people were dubious about accepting them in payment, but Mr. Capps expressed a willingness to accept in payment for his farm that which the government said was legal tender, for this Republic, said he, promises nothing which it will not perform. Mr. Capps was a familiar figure in Canton for thirty years and was personally known and beloved by nearly every resident in the city, besides by all the older inhabitants of the county.
The funeral of the late Elijah Capps took place at the Methodist Episcopal church Tuesday at 2 o clock p. m. The Rev. E. S. [apparently I missed copying the last two sentences from the film]
submitted by Todd Walter

Obituary of Rebecca Walter Capps
Canton Weekly Register, Thursday, Nov. 6, 1890
Mrs. Rebecca Capps
Mrs. Rebecca Capps, wife of Elijah A. Capps, died at her home in Canton at nine o clock Monday evening.
Mrs. Capps age was ninety five years, seven months and nine days. Her death was due to the weight of years rather than any specific ailment. Since 1838 herself and the aged husband who survives her had been residents of Fulton County living until 1860 on a farm in Buckheart Township, and since then in Canton.
The maiden name of Mrs. Capps was Rebecca Walter. She was a native of Virginia, but her family early emigrated to Ohio from the Old Dominion, as did her husband s from North Carolina, and her marriage took place in Highland County, Ohio, in 1823. The venerable couple had thus lived together more than three score years or longer than any save a very small portion of the human race are privileged to dwell in this world. They had long been the oldest couple in the county, and perhaps the oldest in the state Mr. Capps age being only about one year less than that of his wife.
She was a truly good woman, whom all her acquaintances deeply esteemed. For very many years a member of the Methodist Episcopal Church, she lived a consistent, beautiful Christian life.
One son and three daughters are living James C. Capps, of Maquon, and Mrs. A. O. Baughman, Mrs. C. J. Main and Mrs. Emory, of this city.
Funeral services were held in the Methodist Episcopal Church on Wednesday afternoon at two o clock. The Rev. Dr. J. W. Haney, Mrs. Capps former pastor, came from Kewanee to preach the sermon.
submitted by Todd Walter

Obituary of Albert Carrison
unknown newspaper and date
Albert Carrison, son of Robert and Elizabeth Berry Carrison, was born near Table Grove, Illinois, January 1, 1845, and departed this life January 23, 1929, at 5:00 a. m. at his home five miles north of Table Grove. He was united in marriage to Florence Virginia Barnes in February, 1876. To this union were born five children. Charles, of Washington, Iowa, and Mrs. Blanche B. Lutz, living at the same home place. Mrs. Carrison died in February, 1899, a daughter and two sons died in infancy. He leaves six grandchildren and three sisters, Mrs. Diana Barnes and Mrs. Harriet Westlake, of Table Grove, and Genettie? Rutledge in Alberta, Canada. Two sisters and two brothers are deceased, Mrs. Emma Cook and Mrs. Ellen Walters, George Carrison who died at the age of 20? years, and Edwin aged 6 years.
The funeral was conducted by the Rev. Ross, of Vermont, at 2:00 p. m. Sunday. Interment was made in the Barker cemetery. The pallbearers were Harvey and Isaac Barnes, Harry and Fred Carrison, Marion and Oscar Walters, Arthur and Archie Imel.
submitted by James Covel

Obituary of Madeline Imogene Wright Cebuhar
Unknown newspaper and date
Madeline Cebuhar
Canton - Madeline I. Cebuhar, 76, of 785 N. Seventh Ave. died at 11:05 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20, 2001, at Graham Hospital.
Born Jan. 29, 1925, in Beardstown to Samuel and Maude Goodin Wright, she married Tony Cebuhar on June 28, 1947, in Canton. He died Sept. 28, 1989.
She also was preceded in death by one son, Steve; one daughter, Christina Cebuhar; and one brother.
Surviving are two sons, Pat (and Susan) of Cuba and Jim (and Shelly) of Elmwood; one brother, Sam Wright of Canton; two sisters, Ruth White and Ruby Lehnhausen, both of Canton; and one grandson.
She had worked at Camp Ellis and Canton Manufacturing. She also had been a cafeteria worker for Canton School District 66. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton.
A funeral Mass will be at 9 am. Monday at her church. The Rev. Arthur Meyer will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to her church.

Obituary of Jane Hall Childs
Canton Weekly Register, Feb. 16, 1899
Mrs. Jane Childs
Mrs. Jane Childs died at her home in Oakland, Cal., on Monday, Jan. 30, 1899, after an illness of one week, of acute bronchitis, at the age of 87 years, 4 months and 1 day.
Jane Hall was born Sept. 20, 1811, near Nashville, Tenn. When she was five years old the family moved to Franklin county, Ill, and in June 1830, to Fulton county.
She was married to Dr. N. B. Childs in 1831, and moved to her home in Canton in December of that year. She has resided here until Dec. 24, 1878, removing with her family at that time to Oakland Cal. She never gave up her home in Canton, visiting it many times, and always expecting to return to it. Her last visit was made in July, 1893.
She was the mother of six children: John and Lucy Jane, who died at the ages of 11 and 2 years; Caroline Hoblitt, who died at the age of 23; George Childs, of Fulton county, Ill., and Henry O. and William A. Childs, of Oakland, Cal. Seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren survive her. There are also two sisters, Mrs. Shane Roberts of Seward, Neb., and Mrs. Anna Thurman, of Fulton County, Ill., to mourn her loss.
Funeral services were held at her late residence of Wednesday, Feb. 1 at 2 o clock p.m. Her remains were embalmed and placed in a vault in Mountain View cemetery to await removed to the family plot in Canton.
submitted by Sandy MacDonald

Obituary of J. M. Combs
died: February 18, 1910
Canton Weekly Register, Thursday, Feb. 24, 1910
London Mills
J. N. Combs (sic J. M.), who has been sick for some time, died at his home southeast of town, Friday afternoon about 5 o'clock. The funeral was held Sunday at 2 o'clock at the Mount Pleasant church. Burial was in the adjoining cemetery, the Rev. H. Essex of this place officiating. Mr. Combs leaves a widow, Mrs. Mary (Cowman) Combs, two daughters, Mrs. Ellery Mills and Mrs. Wilbur Hummel, and four sons, Milton, Henry, Elmer and Bruce, and a number of Grandchildren, all of the immediate relatives living here. He had a large number of friends who, with the relatives, greatly mourn his demise.
submitted by Todd Walter

Obituary of "Uncle Bobby" Combs
died: January 23, 1887
Canton Weekly Register, Thursday, Jan. 27, 1887
London Mills
"Uncle Bobby" Combs, mention of whose serious illness was made in these columns recently, died at the "old Combs place" Sunday morning, of old age and general debility. Funeral services were held in the Methodist Church at Midway on Monday morning, the Rev. Boatman officiating. "Uncle Bobby" , as he was familiarly called, was probably the oldest settler in North Fulton and was one of the men who pitched their tents among the trees and wild grasses that waved in the breezes for hundreds of years undisturbed, and helped subdue the wilderness and convert it into what we now behold. We owe a debt of gratitude to those who pioneered Fulton County which can never be repaid.
submitted by Todd Walter

Obituary of William Combs
London Times, London Mills, Illinois, Jan. 5, 1900
William Combs died at his home northeast of London at midnight Tuesday, Jan. 2, 1900, after a long and painful illness.
The funeral services will be held in the M. E. church in London, Friday, Jan 5, at 2 p.m., Rev. J. J. Hunter officiating. Burial will take place at Midway.
Wm. Combs was born in Highland Co., Ohio in April 1825. He came to Illinois with his father, Robt. Combs, in 1835. In 1852 he went to Oregon, where he married the first time. His wife only lived a short time and left no children. In 1868 he returned to Illinois and has lived in this vicinity ever since. He was married to Miss Sarah Timmons in 1874, and she survives him. He also leaves three brothers: James of Oregon: C. A. of Kansas: and John of this vicinity. Two brothers and four sisters have proceeded him to the other world. They are: Mary Shreves who died near here something like forty years ago; Elizabeth Hughbanks who died near here about thirty-five years ago; Martha Timmons, died twenty-one years ago; Doc Combs, died in Kansas sixteen years ago; and Andrew Combs who died a week or two ago in Kansas City.
Deceased has been for some time a member of the M. E. church of this place. He was an industrious, earnest man, a good neighbor, a kind husband. A good man has gone to his reward. The stricken wife has the sympathy of the entire community.
submitted by Todd Walter