Andrew Jackson Wabel
TAKEN FROM THE TOLUCA STAR, TOLUCA, IL
July 17, 1903
Death of an Old Settler
One by one the old settlers keep dropping away. On last Friday Andrew Jackson Wabel, one of the old settlers of Marshall county, died at his home near Toluca. He was very near 84 years old. His funeral services were conducted by Rev. Dudman of the M.E. church in the presence of a large congregation of friends and relatives. After the services at the house his remains, followed by a large number of people were conveyed to the Magnolia cemetery, and laid to rest beside the body of his firs wife, who died many years ago. Deceased was a native of Pennsylvania, but came to Marshall county in 1854, and with the exception of a few years spent in the east he made his home here ever since. he was the father of eleven children, four of whom have preceded him to the better land, and seven, four sons and three daughters, are left to mourn his loss. By those who knew him well, he was regarded as an upright, honest man, a good father, a good neighbor, a good citizen and exemplary Christian.
Charles William Mikel Wahl
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
August 17, 1871
Died at Lacon, Aug. 4, Charles William Mikel, aged 2 years, son of David Wahl
Alexander Waldron
April 17, 1879
At Des Moines, Iowa, April 4, of pneumonia, Alexander Waldron of Iowa City, aged 66 years, father of Mrs. Clarence E. Burt of Whitefield township.
Christopher Walker
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
January 21, 1869
At Chicago, January 14 of heart disease, Christopher Walker, age 56 years, 8 months and 2 days. Father of Mrs. S. C. Hyndshaw of this city.
Frank Walker
April 28, 1881
At Wenona, April 20, Frank Walker, 14.
G. W. Walker
April 8, 1875
Taken From the Henry Republican
Varna - G. W. Walker died of heart disease April 3d. He has been confined to his bed about five months. Mr. Walker was a good citizen and highly esteemed by all who knew him. Also April 4, D. H. Maleham died after being confined to the house six years with asthma. He has suffered a great deal, with almost continually coughing. He, like Mr. Walker, was loved by all who knew him.
John Walker
Taken From the Courier, Henry, IL
May 8, 1857
Obituary
Died at his residence in Henry, Illinois, April 16, 1857, brother John Walker.
Mrs. John W. Walker
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
October 5, 1871
In this city, Sept. 28, at the residence of S. C. Hindshaw, of consumption, Mrs. John W. Walker, of Logansport, Indiana, aged 21 years and 9 months.
Lizzie Walker
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
July 13, 1871
Died in this city, July 7, at the residence of S. C. Hyndshaw, Lizzie, aged 8 months, daughter of John W. and Lorina Walker of Logansport, Indiana
William S. Walker
January 15, 1874
At Wenona, Dec. 28, William S. Walker, aged 57 years.
January 8, 1874 - Local Items
W. S. Walker, an old citizen of Wenona, died suddenly on Tuesday evening of last week. He was on the street in apparent good health, but an hour or so before his death and was sitting in a chair with the family around him when he fell from his chair dead.
William Wallace
September 6, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
In Whitefield, Aug. 31, Nora, aged 19, daughter of William Wallace.
Ida M. Wallizer
September 7, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died at Wenona, August 26, Ida M., aged 11 months, daughter of James H. and Annie Wallizer.
Mrs. Walsh
TAKEN FROM THE TOLUCA STAR, TOLUCA, MARSHALL CO IL
Toluca, Marshall Co., Illinois, Friday, October 18, 1901
At Rest
Mrs. Walsh, mother of Mrs. James Morris of this city, died at the Mercy hospital, Chicago, last Sunday, Oct. 13. The remains were brought to Lost Lands cemetery, Tuesday and laid to rest. Mrs. Walsh came here a few weeks ago from her home near Hastings, Neb., to visit relatives. She was taken sick, and brought to the hospital in Chicago, where the best medical treatment could be obtained. Cancer of the liver was the cause of death. She leaves an aged husband, three sons and two daughters to mourn her loss. Her children are Mrs. James Morris of this city, Miss Agnes Walsh of Nebraska, William of near Hastings, John who lives in Livingston county and Father Philip Walsh of Streator. Those who knew her in life speak of her as a kind, loving mother, a good neighbor and an excellent Christian woman.
Mrs. Annetta Wanser (nee Hill)
Taken From the Henry News Republican
January 14, 1879
Annetta Hill was born at Manlius, N. Y., on April 30, 1835. At New Brunswick, N. J., on Aug. 30, 1855, she was united in marriage with Coles Wanser and the same year of their marriage they moved to Illinois and soon thereafter they came to Henry. Her husband, Mr. Wanser, enlisted in Co. D, 47th Ill. Vols, but died in 1865, a victim of the Civil war, dying and buried in the southland. Their daughter, born while the father was in the army, died in Monmouth in 1884, and was brought back to Henry for burial.
For nearly 60 years Mrs. Wanser was a resident of Henry, though she died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fulford, in Peoria on Jan. 6, aged 79 years, 8 months and 16 days. She leaves a son and daughter, William H. Wanser of Snohomish, Wash., and Mrs. Ida C. Fulford of Peoria, at whose home she passed away. She also leaves to mourn her death six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
The remains were brought to Henry on Friday morning and conveyed to the residence of Mrs. A. G. Hiltabrand, a near neighbor of deceased for many years, where at 3 p.m., religious services were hled, the house being filled by a large concourse of her former Henry friends. Rev. R. Martin, pastor of the Presbyterian church, of which church she was long an esteemed and devoted member, conducted the services. Interment at Henry cemetery.
Daniel Wanser
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
May 30, 1872
In Hopewell township, May 28, of cerebral spinal meningitis, Daniel, son of Peter and Adeline Wanser, aged 12 years.
Mattie Ward
December 8, 1881
In this city, Dec. 3, of diphtheria, Mattie, 7 years 10 months, 13 days, twin daughter of Hiram P. Ward and granddaughter of Mr. John Black.
William Lee Ward
May 27, 1875
Taken From the Henry Republican
At Newburgh N. Y., of kidney disease, William Lee Ward, aged 47 years 1 month, 11 days, brother of Mrs. Perry Green and Mrs. F. S. Becker of Henry.
Ware
Alton Daily Telegraph (Alton, Illinois)
July 6 1853
Fatal Accident at Lacon
On the 24th ult., we learn from the Gazette, a melancholy accident occurred at Lacon. Two men, named Murphy and Ware, drank from a bottle, supposed to contain liquor, several draughts of Nitric acid, from the effects of which Murphy, after suffering the most horrible torture, died on Sunday morning, and at last accounts, Ware was not expected to survive.
Mr. Warner
August 16, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Sparland
A man by the name of Warner, who was working for James Smith west of town a few miles, was killed on last Monday by a three-horse team attached to a sulky plow running away with him.
Julian Warner
February 1, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in this city, Feb. 7, of erysipelas, Julian, aged 17 years, son of R. K. and Alrena Warner.-- Funeral at New Jerusalem church, tomorrow (Friday) at 10 o'clock a.m. Friends of the family are invited without further notice.
Mrs. Candace Phebe (Munger) Warren
February 24, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in this city, February 20, of pneumonia, Candace Phebe, wife of J. A. Warren, aged 46 years.
The death of Mrs. Candace Warren, wife of the postmaster of Henry, has been one of the sorrowful events of the week, and while an obituary appears in another place, a few facts in her life, as an addenda to that article will not be out of place. She was born near Fredonia, N.Y., in October, 1829, but much of her life had been spent in Illinois, her father, Joseph Munger, purchasing and opening the farm now occupied by William Klein in this township, some 26 years ago. Here Mr. Warren made her acquaintance, and wed her 24 years ago last October. Two children survive the mother, Ella 12, and Hooper 7 years of age. The funeral was very large, the Christian church being filled to its utmost capacity. Rev. J. M. Day of Utica, preached a very excellent discourse from the words: "Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was, and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it." Messrs. J. H. Jones, P. S. Perley, W. W. Heath, C. Gould, John Black and Mark Gregory were pall bearers. The Daughters of Rebekah, of which Mrs. Warren was one of the first members accompanies by the Odd Fellows, escorted the remains from the house to the church. The procession extended for a long distance. Thus was borne to its tomb on the hill, all that was mortal of one of the most beloved of woman, and one of our most endeared citizens.
Mrs. Marcha Warren
November 16, 1876
At Varna, Nov. w, Marcha, aged 39 years, wife of Capt. B. Warren, postmaster.
November 9, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Varna
Our village has been made sad by the death of its most esteemed mastrons, our postmistress, Mrs. Ben Warren. She was taken down with the pleurisy, which turned into lung fever, and after a week's illness she died. Her husband was absent during her sickness, and did not return until after her death. He has taken the body to Massachusets for interment.
Lillian Arixene Washburn
TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
March 19, 1868
At Lacon, February 26, Lillian Arixene, daughter of J. N. and L. W. Washburn, age 10 months.
Mrs. Mary Washburn
January 31, 1878
Died in this city, Jan. 29, of paralytic stroke, Mary Washburn, aged 59 years, 8 months, 10 days, wife of Charles Thompson of this city.
Anna Watchman
The Henry Republican, Henry Illinois July 18, 1882
Died in this city, July 19, of cholera infantum, Anna, 4 months 13 days, daughter of Joseph and Bridget Watchman.
January 17, 1878
Died in this city, Jan. 16, of lung fever, David Watkins, aged about 46 years.
Martha Cummings Watkins
March 2, 1876
In Wenona, Feb. 15, of consumption, Martha Cummings, aged 27 years, daughter of Jehiel Watkins.
R. Waugh's infant
July 28, 1881
Died in Sparland, July 25, of cholera infantum, a young babe of R. Waugh.
Richard Waughop
January 14, 1875
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died at Washington, Tazewell county, Dec. 27, Richard Waughop, Sr., aged 65, father of Richard Waughop Jr., of Whitefield, a resident of Illinois for 40 years.
Amos F. Way
June 19, 1873
In Clinton, Iowa, June 10, of congestion of the brain, Amos F. Way, a former resident of this city.
James Weaklam
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
February 2, 1871
In Steuben township, Jan. 21, of dropsy, James Weaklam, aged 43(?) years.
W. C. Wear's infant son
May 26, 1881
At Princeville, May 11, infant son of W. C. and Cornelia Wear, a nephew of Smith P. Hill of Whitefield.
John Weaver
Taken From the Henry Republican
March 30, 1882
Died at Hiawatha, Kansas, March 11 of lung fever, John Weaver, a former resident of Evans township
Lula Webber
December 27, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
In LaPrairie, Marshall county, Ill., Dec. 19th, Lula, aged 13 years, beloved daughter of A Porter and R. N. Webber.
Seldom is it we are called to record so sad a death. She had not been well since her return from Colorado in September, but always in reply to the anxious inquiries of her friends, regarding her health, with a sweet smile, she would say "I am pretty well." During the last weeks of her sickness, her friends hoped and doubted, and when the last moment came, and they knew they must give her up, the shock seemed almost too great to bore. Lula united with the M. E. church two years ago and has remained in that church since. The funeral services were held Dec. 21st at the house; from there the procession proceeded to the LaPrairie M. E. cemetery, where they laid her to rest. Of Lula we cannot speak in too high praise; her loving spirit and winning manner gained for her many friends. "None knew her but to love her." She leaves a father, mother, four sisters and a brother, to mourn her loss.
Mrs. Hannah Webster
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
May 25, 1871
In Steuben (Yankee street), May 22, Hannah, aged 69, wife of John Webster
William D. Webster
The Henry Republican
February 25 1915
Wm. D. Webster, eldest son of Wm. And Sarah Webster, was born in Hartford, N. Y., Sept. 3, 1830, and passed away at his home in Sparland, Feb. 16 1915, aged 84 years, 5 months and 13 days.
He lived for several years in Angelica, N.Y., and from there moved to Steuben township, Marshall county, Ill., in 1856. The following year on March 26, he was married to Ruth Ann Fosdick. To them were born five children, Delphia, Lillie, Lewis, Minnie and Vinnie. The last two were twins and died at the age of three months. Lily, who became Mrs. Frank Martin, and was a very talented musician, died about seven years ago.
Mr. Webster engaged in farming for eight years on the place now owned by Allison Garrett. Shortly after the family moved to Sparland and Mr. Webster teamed between Sparland and Lacon until the C. & A. road was laid into Lacon. Mr. Webster belonged to the Order of A. F. and A. M. for 50 years and he and his family have always taken a prominent position in society and church circles and he and his good wife have lived together for 58 years and have seen a generation born, grow up and many pass into the "Great Beyond." Mr. Webster was of fine physique, being over six feet tall and when a young man was especially fond of hunting and fishing. His cheerful disposition and kindness made him great friends with the young people. Mr. Webster comes from a family of longevity; his mother died about ten years ago, and was 97 years old, and one sister, Mrs. Relief Chamberlain, who lives in Angelica, N. Y., is 88 years old, and a brother Norman Webster, who visited here about four years ago, is 81 years of age. Mr. Webster has been in fairly good health until this winter when he began to fail. All through his last declining days he has had the most devoted care from his life-long companion of 58 years, and from his daughter, Mrs. Bolender, who divided her time between a sick daughter at home and her father, trying to aid and comfort both with her frail strength. A grandson, Howard Bolender, who has been here since the death of his father something over two months ago, has also been a great help to them, staying nights with them and attending to the outdoor work. The son Lewis, who has a responsible position at the Depue zinc works, could not be with his father as much as he would like to have been during his last days here on earth, but his wife came down and took his place at the bedside of the aged father. But with all this care and attention they could not keep the Death Angel away and the messenger came about 5 o'clock on Tuesday morning. Besides his aged companion he leaves his daughter, Mrs. Delphia Bolender, his son Lewis Webster, a brother and sister in new York state, five grandchildren and one great grandchild, beside a host of friends.
The funeral services were held on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 at the Baptist church, Rev. John H. Bagwill officiating. A short prayer service was held from the house previous to going to the church.
Peter Weigenbach
August 20, 1874
In Bennington township, August 10, wife of Peter Waigenbach, aged 62 years.
Thomas Weimer
June 7, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in this city, June 5, of consumption, Thomas Weimer, aged 62 years.
Jacob Weindeck
October 10, 1878
Died in Steuben township, October 1 at the poor farm, of cancer of the stomach Jacob Weindeck of Lacon, aged 63 years.
Joseph Weingartner
March 17, 1881
Near Broomfield, Davis Co., Iowa, March 4, of apoplexy of the lungs, Joseph Weingartner, 65, formerly of Sparland.
The death of the singular German, Joseph Weingartner, which took place near Bloomfield, Iowa, is referred to in a letter to the Chicago Evening Journal from Des Moines. It says: "Last fall there came to Davis county an old man, evidently German, accompanied by a little girl six years old. He took possession of an unoccupied house just outside the town of Bloomfield, where he lived quietly and soon gained the confidence and respect of those who knew him. He was quite reserved and reticent. Between him and the girl there was a strong attachment; they were always together. A few days since a neighbor, while passing the premises, observed the little girl watering the old man's horses and crying bitterly. He inquired as to her trouble, when she said her father was dead. he went to the house, and found the old man lying in bed dead. The little girl said: "Father woke up in the night and siad he was going to die. He tried to say more, but I couldn't here him." Investigation by the coroner disclosed apoplexy of the lungs as the cause of his death. There was a small amount of money on his person, and some papers. From the latter it is supposed his name is Joseph Weingartner, and that he was once a resident of Sparland, Marshall county, Ill. He frequently spoke of living in Kansas, and of going back to Illinois. He was buried by the county, and the little girl left with Daniel Coy, who is inclined to adopt her."
Mrs. Catharina Weis
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
May 20, 1869
Died in this city, May 26, of ulceration of lunge, Catharina, wife of Valentine Weis, aged 54 years.
Frances Joseph Weis
August 31, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in Whitefield township, August 29, Frances Joseph, aged 10 years, son of Edmond and Johana Weis
Johanna Weis nee Linse
Taken From the Henry New Republican
April 15, 1915
Mrs. Edmund Weis
Johanna Linse was born in Germany, Jan. 13, 1836. When a young woman she came to America and to Henry with her parents and was here united in marriage with Edmund Weis in 1865. Five sons and two daughters were born to them, those now living being Michael, Alex, Ida, Conrad, Edmond, and Emma. By a life of industry, charity and good wil she drew and held a large circle of close friends during her long and busy life. She was a member and closely attached to the communion of St. Mary's church, a member of the Rosary society and brought her children up in the faith and religious observance which actuated her own life. The funeral services from St. mary's church, conducted by her pastor, Rev. Fr. Gensler, were held this (Thursday) morning at 9:30. Interment in St. Mary's cemetery in charge of A. B. Smith.
Mrs. Johanna (Linse) Weis
Henry News Republican, Henry IL, April 15, 1915
Mrs. Edmund Weis
Johanna Linse was born in Germany, Jan. 13, 1836. When a young woman she came to America and to Henry with her parents, and was here united in marriage with Edmund Weiss in 1865. Five sons and two daughters were born to them, those now living being Michael, Alex, Ida, Conrad, Edmond and Emma. She was a member and closely attached to the communion of St. Mary's church, a member of the Rosary society. The funeral services from St. Mary's church, conducted by her pastor, Rev. Fr. Gensler, were held this (Thursday) morning at 9:30. Interment in St. Mary's cemetery in charge of A. B. Smith.
September 12, 1878
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in Whitefield township, Aug. 26, at the residence of her son, Edmond Weis, of heart disease, Mrs. Mary Ann Weis, aged 72 years.
Mrs. Mary Anna Weis was buried from the German Catholic church in this city, Aug. 28th. For some years she had been living with her son Edmund in Whitefield, where she died. She was quite an aged woman, having filled life's fitful mission, reaching the ripe old age of three score years and ten. She was born in Bavaria, Germany, and married there, but had been a resident of Marshall county 26 years, and a widow 20 years. Her children, Edmund Weis and Mrs. Alex. Doelzer, reside here and two sons in Nebraska. Her death was a surprise to her and her friends. She was a hale, hearty, robust woman. A hour before her death she drank a cup of coffee, and apparently was as well as ever she was. Without warning as it were, she dropped down in a chair, leaned her head over upon the pillow of a bed beside her, and was gone. She was a devout member of the Catholic church, and lived a consistent, christian life. The interment was in the Whitefield Catholic grave yard.
Anton Weiss
May 30, 1878
At St. Louis, May 16 of consumption, Anton Weis, druggist, aged 26 years, son of Mr. Valentine Weiss of this city.
Mary Welch
July 13, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
In Steuben township, July 6, at the county farm, Mary Welch, aged 18 years.
Nathaniel Welch
May 7, 1874
Died in this city, April 27, of consumption, Nathaniel Welch, aged 65 years.
Ellen A. Welton
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
September 28, 1871
At St. Joseph, Mich., Sept. 16, of liver complaint and dysentary, Ellen A., aged 2 years, 5 months and 16 days, only daughter of Eela and S. A. Welton, formerly of this city.
Frank Welton
November 29, 1877
Died in this city, November 27, of inflammatory rheumatism, Frank, aged about 9 years, son of B. A. Welton
Mrs. Jane Abigail Welton
September 19, 1878
Died in this city, September 16, of typhoid fever, Mrs. Jane Abigail, aged 47 years, wife of Mr. Bela A. Welton
Mrs. B. A. Welton
Mr. B. A. Welton buried his wife on Tuesday. Her death was occasioned by typhoid fever, of which she had a very violent attack. Mr. Welton and son were in Nebraska, when she was taken sick, and were telegraphed for, who arrived at the earliest possible moment. Mrs. Welton was born in Yates county, New York, in 1831, and was the daughter of the late Joseph Merritt of Bureau county in this state. She married Mr. Welton in 1854, by whom were four children born, but only one survives the mother. The funeral was held at St. John's Episcopal church, on Tuesday forenoon, the rector, Rev. Mr. Chamberlain officiating. A large number of mourning friends were present at the church to pay the last offices of respect to the deceased. She was an estimable wife, mother and neighbor, and warmly attached to a large circle of friends. She was a member of the Baptist church and a devout person. The bereft have the sympathy of the community in their sorrow. The following relatives of the family were present at the obsequies: Stephen Merritt and wife and Dr. Bishop and wife of Bloomington; L. C. Welton, wife and daughter of Henry county.
Mrs. Sarah A. Welty
May 11, 1876
Taken from the Henry Republican
At LaRose, April 27 of heart disease, Sarah A., aged 47, wife of Emmanuel Welty
Margaret Welz
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
September 17, 1868
Died in this city, Sept. 15, by lightning, Margaret, daughter of Peter Welz, age 12 years.
Anna Werner
August 29, 1878
Died in this city, Aug. 29, Anna, aged 1 year, 14 days, infant daughter of Frederick and Dora Werner.
Bessie Mae Werner
April 15, 1880
In this city, April 9 of typhoid fever, Bessie Mae, 6, daughter of Fred and Dora Werner.
Frederick T. Werner
February 27, 1873
In this city, Feb. 20, of cerebra spinal meningitis, Frederick T., aged 4 years, 6 months, son of Frederick and Dora Werner.
Frederick Werner's Infant
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
February 15, 1872
Died in this city, Feb. 4, of spasms, infant son of Frederick and Dora Werner, aged 2 months
Mrs. M. Virginia (Lowe) Wescott
Taken From the Courier, Henry, IL
March 19, 1858
Died in Lacon on the morning of the 11th, inst., in the 28th year of her age, M. Virginia, wife of James Wescott, and daughter of W. W. Lowe of this city.
Harley R. Wesley
May 21, 1874
At Lacon, May 8, of continual drunkeness, Harley R. Wesley, blacksmith, aged 33 years.
Mrs. Roxanna P. West
Taken From the Marshall County Telegraph
December 16, 1865
Died in this city, December 9, of consumption, Roxanna, wife of Rev. Nathan West, age 65.
Taken From the Marshall County Telegraph
January 6, 1866
Died in this city, December 9th, Roxanna P., wife of Rev. N. West, in the 66th year of her age. Mrs. West was born in Vermont but removed to the state more than 30 years ago. Most of the time since residing in the counties of Marshall and Fulton where her husband was called to exercise the duties of his profession. Besides the usual hardships and deprivations incident to pioneer life in a new county, Mrs. W. added the peculiar trials of a Christian pastor's wife. She united with the Baptist church when but 13 years of age, and from that time through all the changes and perils of the way, in a pilgrimage of more than half a century, sustained the Character of a blameless, consistent and pious Christian life. Within the last two years she experienced sore afflictions of, in death under circumstances of peculiar trial of a son Roswell and a daughter, Mrs. Bernett. But these dreadful visitations only revealed to these aged Christian parents the true ground of Christian assurance to know who they had believed and that he was able to keep what they had committed to him against that day. Since last September she has been gradually sinking and unlike most cases of pulmonary consumption, she never suffered herself to be betrayed into any false hope of recovery. She knew that her hour had come and she was prepared to go. Her ardent desire and oft repeated prayer that she might see George, her only surviving son once more before she died was answered in his return from the service about 24 hours before she died, to hear her last words, to see her peaceful departure and to share the deep and crushing grief of this aged and now again deeply afflicted father.
Mrs. Generva (Hill) Wetmore
October 22, 1874
At Lawn Ridge, October 17, Mrs. Generva Wetmore, wife of Leroy H. Wetmore, and sister of H. S. Hill, printer of Peoria.
Leroy Wetmore
December 15, 1881 - La Prairie
It becomes our painful duty to chronicle the death of one of our most valued citizens, Deacon Leroy Wetmore, who died at his residence in Lawn Ridge on Sunday morning, the 11th inst., after an illness of about eight days. Stricken down in the midst of an active and useful life, the shock came so sudden, so unexpected that but few were prepared for the sad tidings. The funeral services will be held at the Congregational church on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m.
James Wharton
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
March 28, 1872
At Annawan, Henry county, March 14, at the residence of Jacob Clark, formerly of Whitefield, James Wharton, of Cambridge, and Miss Emma Clark, sister of Jacob C. and niece of J. B. Mock of Whitefield.
Ann Whelan
September 21, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
At Wenona, Sept. 11, of typhoid fever, Miss Ann Whelan, aged 19 years, daughter of Malichy Whelan of Garfield, LaSalle county.
Fanny B. Whiffen
July 8, 1880
At Peoria, July 1, of rheumatism of the heart, Fanny B., 19 years, 6 months, 7 days, daughter of William B. and Hattie W. Whiffen, of Lacon.
Miss Fanny Whiffen, only daughter of W. B. Whiffen of the Lacon Democrat, died at Peoria last Thursday, after a week's illness from rheumatism of the heart. She was born in the city of Peoria, and was buried in Springdale cemetery. She was amiable and lovable of her sex, and will be sadly missed at home and in the community. The stricken household have the warmest sympathy of our citizens in this their irreparable loss.
Lacon - In chronicling the death of Miss Fannie Whiffen, only daughter of the editor of the Marshall County Democrat, we feel as if Lacon has lost one of her most amiable and lovable girls just blossoming of womanhood.
Sarah Ella Whiffen
February 23, 1882
Henry Republican - Neighborhood News, Lacon
Miss Ella Whiffen, daughter of W. B. Whiffen, editor of the Marshall County Deocrat, died very suddenly in Peoria Monday morning, after several hours of intense suffering from rheumatism of the stomach. Her friends here knew nothing of her illness unitl the receipt of the dispatch announcing her death. About two years ago, Fannie, a younger daughter, was taken suddenly by the same terrible messenger of death.
(Another writer): Death has again invaded the family of W. B. Whiffen, Esq., of the Lacon Democrat, removing his only remaining daughter, Miss Sarah E. Whiffen, who died at her boarding house at Peoria, on Monday, after only a few hours of serious illness, of rheumatism of the stomach. Mr. Whiffen, the father, was first apprised of the fact of a serious illness by a telegram informing him of her sudden death. She was an only child by a former wife, a native of Indianapolis, born Aug. 16, 1855. She had been making it her home in Peoria for several years, for a long time a clerk in Clark & Co.'s dry goods store and at the time of her death was lady attendant in the reception room of Smith's photographis studio. The funeral was held at the house of her aunt, Mrs. Eliza Thurlow, Tuesday afternoon, and the body interred in Springdale cemetery in that city.
Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Whitaker
February 6, 1879
At Lacon, January 27, Jesse Whitaker, aged 85, father of J. A. Whitaker, the ex-sheriff of this county.
At Lacon, February 3, Mrs. Jesse Whitaker, aged 76 years, wife of the above.
Two Deaths
Uncle Jesse Whitaker, died at Lacon last week, honored and esteemed by all who knew him. A fitting epitaph for his tomb stone would be: "The world was made better by his living in it." His birthplace was Shelby county, Ky., the year 1792, and had he lived until June 30th, would have been 87 years old. He was married twice, had eight children, four of whom survive. He was engaged in the war of 1812; was a captain in the Mexican contest, and enlisted during the rebellion having the honor of being connected with three wars in this country. He was elected some years ago city treasurer, which office he has held every year since being re-elected. His funeral was attended by a very large concourse of people. In the procession the veterans of the war escorted the body with reversed arms, and at the grave presented arms. He was one of the purest and best men, kind and gentle in disposition, loving all and making friends with all. He was a high type of the good citizen, and a Christian man, signalizing his faith by connection with the Baptist church, in which faith he reared his family, and lived and died. Thus his life of usefulness is transferred to the other shore, where the good will join him in the "Sweet by and by."
Since writing the above, the wife of Mr. Whitaker, who was too ill to attend the funeral of her husband, in just one week from the day he died, followed him to "the unseen land," and on the same day and hour, one week later, her funeral was attended by mourning friends. She has lived with Mr. Whitaker upwards of 40 years, being his second wife. She was a true woman, greatly beloved, and very generally esteemed.
Dr. M. P. Whitaker
January 27, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
At Terre Haute, Ind., Dec. 27, of paralysis, Dr. M. P. Whitaker, aged 59 years, eldest son of Mr. Jesse Whitaker of Lacon.
Augustus White
July 24, 1873
Died near Henry, July 22, of consumption, Augustus White, aged 31 years.
Burritt White
Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL
February 13, 1868
Died in Whitefield, February 11, of typhoid fever, J. Burritt White, eldest son of Mrs. J. B. White, aged 21 years. Funeral at the residence of Mrs. J. B. White in Whitefield on Friday at 11 o'clock a.m.
Grace White
October 17, 1872
Died in Whitefield, Oct. 4, Grace, wife of A. H. White, aged 57 years.
Peleg Herschel White
May 8, 1873
In Hopewell, May 14, of spinal complaint, after 104 days of sickness, Peleg Herschel White, aged 15, grandson of William White.
William White
January 22, 1880
Taken from the Henry Republican
Old man William White, who settled on Sandy Creek over 35 years ago and who went south some four or five years since, died early this winter at his home in North Carolina. He was over 80 when he left here and sometime after moving to Carolina, he married a wife of 65 years of age. When he died he was within a few days of 85 years of age. He has no relatives hereabouts that we know of, but a large list of acquaintances among the older residents of the county - Lacon Democrat.
Mrs. Martha Whitham
January 30, 1873
At Lacon, Jan. 17, Martha, wife of Alexander Whitham.
Mrs. Elizabeth Whitmer
January 20, 1881
Died in this city, Jan. 15, of paralysis, Elizabeth, 72 years, 6 months 10 days, wife of Abraham Whitmer, and mother of Mrs. F. H. Goodrich.
Samuel Whitmer/ Hattie Gale Whitmer/ Etta Whitmer/
February 16, 1882
Henry Republican
In Richland township, Jan. 15, of diphtheria, Samuel 9; Feb. 2d, Hattie Gale, 7; Feb. 6th, Etta, 11, children of Samuel and Martha Whitmer and nephew and nieces of F. H. Goodrich of this city.
Asa Whitney
January 1, 1880
Died in Chicago, Dec. 30, of typhoid pneumonia, Asa, 28, son of John Whitney of this city. Funeral today at 11 a.m. at the family residence.
Taken From the Henry Republican
January 8, 1880
The subject of this notice was the only son of John Whitney, and was born in Fulton county, in this state, June 10, 1851. The family left the farm and came to henry in the spring of 1859, and after residing in the city several years, removed to their farm adjoining the corporation, where they have since resided. Asa remained at home, working the farm with his father until about the time he was 21, when (March 18, 1872) he secured a situation the store of Pool & Jones, and remained with that firm until January 20, 1875, when being offered a situation in one of the departments of the establishment of Field, Leiter & Co., Chicago, accepted it and remained with that firm until his death which occurred on the 30th ultimo. The sickness which culminated in his death was of about three weeks duration, commencing in a bilious attack, soon merging into typhoid pneumonia; and although he had the attendance of three of Chicago's skillful physicians, and the care which only an anxious mother and sister know how to bestow, besides numerous friends untiring in their attention and anxiety for his recovery; all were baffled, and death secured him ats its victim.
A few hours before his death, realizing that his end was near, he called his mother, sister and brother-in-law (J. L. Saxton) to his bedside, and with a happy smile, brightening up his face, kissed them good bye, and then naming his many relatives in Henry by nema, sent to each one the same message of remembrance and love. Then after bidding the other faithful attendants and friends farewell, and expressing his willingness to die, and his hope of entering a better world, he asked that his favorite hymn be sung: "Nearer My God to Thee, Nearer to Thee." himself joining in the singing. One who was present speaks of it as the most affecting scene he ever witnessed.
His body was incased in a beautiful casket and brought home to the family residence, from whence, on January 1st, it was taken to our cemetery, and laid beside his little sister Nellie, who had preceded him some eight years to the "Home of pure delight, Where saints immortal reign." The remains were accompanied home by a former roommate (Mr. Smith), himself also a cerk in the employ of Field, Leiter & Co., and the esteem in which the deceased was held by his employers is shown by their paying the expenses of this representative of their house, whilst on the sad errand of burying his friend and their faithful clerk. .......... His funeral was largely attended and a very appropriate discourse was preached by the Rev. J. J. Bunnell, pastor of the Presbyterian church of this city.
Nellie Whitney
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
February 2, 1871
Died in Henry, Jan. 27, inf. croup, Nellie, aged 2 years and 4 months, daughter of John and Eliza J. Whitney
Dr. Lyman Whiton
Taken from "The Courier", Henry, IL
May 30, 1857
Died, in the city, at the Lombard House, on the morning of May 27th, Dr. LYMAN WHITON, in the 56th year of his age. The deceased was a native of Lee, Berkshire Co., Mass., for many years a resident of New York, and for six years past of Michigan and Illinois.
For five weeks he has been prostated by Pneumonia, yet a cheerful, conscious sufferer. During this time he has directed his own prescriptions, with a clear mind detected each change in his disease, and noted its rapid progress. In the midst of usefulness, even as he has lived, he has died; surrounded by Patients who lingered for the restoration of his strength, that they might hear the counsel which should restore them to health and hope, and amid the blessing of those who have experienced the skill of this ardent friend of Science and Humanity. We would assure his aged Mother and the children so suddenly bereaved, that Mrs. W., while watching beside him, has had what sympathy and aid the hearts and hands of friends who revered and loved the departed, could afford her. But God had called, and mortal hopes and efforts might not stay the spirit.
Mrs. Wilder
March 21, 1878
Vicinity Affairs - Saratoga
Mrs. Wilder, grandmother of Mrs. Henry Bennett, while going about her usual health on Thursday the 14th, and coming downstairs with Mr. Bennett's little child in her arms, and having reached the bottom, suddenly fell unconscious in what was supposed to be an apoplectic fit, in which she died in a few minutes. She was a native a New York and was 74 years old. She was buried in Bradford.
John Wiegand
July 8, 1880
Died in this city, June 5 of summer complaint, John Wiegand, son of Michael Wiegand
Mrs. Caherine Wier/Henry Wier's child
October 12, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Local Correspondence-= Lacon
A number of deaths have occurred during the past weeks. Mrs. Catherine Wier, mother of D. B. and Henry Wier died on Monday and about the same time Mr. Henry Wier lost a child.
D. B. Wier's child
April 5, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Local Correspondence - Lacon
D. B. Wier buried a child on Friday of last week. It is but a few months since the death of an older child of Mr. Wier's and his family had the sympathy of this community in their bereavement.
George Wier
November 14, 1878
George Wier, for many years an esteemed citizen of Lacon, died at his residence in Uniontown, Kansas, on Sunday, the 27th of October, of inflammation of the bowels. he was about 60 years of age, and came to Lacon in 1841, where he resided until about 1868 or 1870, when he went to Kansas, where he had accumulated a handsome property. He possessed many estimable qualities, was well informed, and was a man of more than average ability - Journal.
James Wier
October 5, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Local Department
The past was a week of death no less than three where sometimes four persons lying in their coffins. Among them being James Wier or Uncle Jimmy and he was familiarly called. He was a native of Maine and brother of John Wier deceased and also father to George Wier of Kansas, James, John and Thomas Wier. His age we do not know but he was a genial, chatty and companionable and everyone who knew him was friend. - Journal
John Wier
November 14, 1872
Died in Hopewell, Oct. 31 of heart disease, Mr. John Wier, aged 74 years, 5 months.
(For more information, on John Wier, see Marshall County pioneers)
Edward Wies
September 13, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in this city, Sept. 10, of cholera infantum, Edward, aged 5 months, son of August C. and Mary T. Wies.
Mrs. Annie R. Wikoff
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
January 21, 1869
In this city, Jan. 16, of scarlet fever, Annie R., wife of Peter W. Wikoff, age 23 years. Both parents with 3 brothers and 3 sisters survive the deceased. She was a native of New Jersey and was educated at Trenton. The second anniversary of her marriage was near at hand and was to have been celebrated by having her friends to supper. But she has been called we trust to banquet with her Lord. In less than 5 days from vigourous health, she was reduced to a corpse. Many fall as sudden, few is safe. Almost three years in connection with the Presbyterian church, she was much loved by its members and by the community. The sorrowing crowd at her funeral and at her grave testified to the general grief and the prescious fragrance of her name and memory.
Mrs. Elizabeth Wikoff
September 6, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
In this city, Sept 2, of old age, Elizabeth, aged 80 years, wife of Mr. William B. Wikoff.
Passed from earth Sunday evening, calmly and sweetly, one of the good mothers of Israel, Mrs. Elizabeth Wikoff. She had been in her usual health during the day, eating her meals and conversing with the friends as they came in. Towards 9 o'clock she felt the sinking coming on, spoke that she was dying to the friends, and in the short space of half an hour her spirit had taken its flight to the heavenly world.
Mrs. Wikoff was a native of New Jersey, in which state she was educated and where she was married to William B. Wikoff, with whom she has lived affectionately nearly 60 years, and who survives at the great age of 83 years. Their home circle embraced eight children, four of whom died within three months and all buried at Fairview, Fulton county, in this state, their former place of residence. The other four consist of Mrs. Richard Garretson, who resides in Arkansas, Mrs. A. H. Powell who resides in Missouri, and the sons Garrett and Peter, who reside in this county. Mr. and Mrs. Wikoff have lived in Henry and its vicinity since 1850; were formerly farmers, owning the Holcomb farm four miles west of town, but for several years, with the infirmity of age upon them, have resided in their pleasant home in Henry, waiting patiently for the summons to "come up higher". Both have been very highly esteemed by a wide and devoted acquaintance. The funeral was held in the Presbyterian church on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, and it was noticeable how large a number of her aged acquaintances and friends were present to pay their last respects to the revered dead, they too, blessed hereafter. The services were conducted by Rev. J. L. Martin, the pastor, assisted by Rev. H. McVay. The church was well filled and a large procession of carriages followed the remains to the cemetery.
Mrs. Mary (Vanderveer) Wikoff
June 13, 1878
Died in this city June 9, of neuralgia of the heart, Mary Vanderveer, aged 26, wife of Mr. Peter W. Wikoff.
The deceased was born at Camden N. J. in December, 1852. Was raised and educated at Philadelphia. Moved with her father to Henry in April, 1871. Here she made the acquaintance of Mr. Wikoff, who were married October 31, 1872. The result of the marriage was three children, a girl of four years of age, a son of two, and a babe a week old, all left motherless. The death of Mrs. Wikoff was a surprise - and less than half an hour elapsed from the time the danger was apparent, ere she was a corpse. She had been a member of the First Presbyterian church of Henry for five years, and was a sincere, earnest Christian woman. She was a devoted wife and mother, an excellent neighbor, and held by a large circle of acquaintances in high and affectionate esteem. The attendance at the funeral, which was large, attests the friendship and esteem in which the deceased was held, and the husband and family, thus stricken and desolated, have the sympathy of the entire community. The funeral was held at the Presbyterian church Tuesday forenoon, the services being conducted by Rev. E. H. Baker the pastor of the church.
William Brewer Wikoff
October 9, 1879
At Pleasant Plains, Independence county, Arkansas, September 26, of paralysis, at the residence of Mr. Richard Garretson, his son-in-law, William Brewer Wikoff, 85, late of this city.
Death of Father Wikoff
On Sunday last the funeral sermon of the late William B. Wikoff was preached at the Presbyterian church, by Rev. Mr. Pryse. The death occurred at the residence of his son-in-law, Mr. Richard Garretson, at Pleasant Plains, Arkansas, Sept. 16, and because of the rule reventing the removal of bodies from what is denominated as the yellow fever district, at this season, the remains had to be interred in Arkansas, and the removeal left until another time.
Father Wikoff was a native on Monmouth county, N.J., born in February 1795, wehre he was raised; he married Elizabeth Bainbridge in Somerset county, in December 1817, where their married life was spent until they moved west; locating in Fairview, Fulton county, in this state, in June, 1837; 12 years later he moved to Henry, where he has lived since, an upright life, to a venerable old age, respected and revered by all. What is remarkable in his career is the fact that his married life extended over 60 years, his wife having preceeded him to the other world only about two years. The golden wedding, in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of their marriage, was celebrated, with great eclat, a few years ago, in this city.
Last may, Father Wikoff left Henry to visit his daughter in Arkansas. A month later he was stricken with paralysis of the left side, losing , in part, his speech; from this he partially recovered, but a second stroke in September came with deadly effect, and he passed away in about 10 days. Mr. Wikoff was undoubtedly the oldest of any one in this county, being in the 85th year of his age at the time of his death. He attended the Presbyterian church here for many years, but was never a communicant. He had been a farmer all his life, and leaves a record of industry, probity, and quiet, useful citizenship. His end is peace.
William Marion Wikoff
May 15, 1879
Died in this city, May 12, of congestion of the brain, William Marion, aged 11 months, infant child of Mr. Peter W. Wikoff.
Mrs. Wiley
November 28, 1878
Our Correspondents - Lacon
Old Mrs. Wiley whose husband died a couple of months since, died in Lacon on last Friday.
Mrs. Frances Wilkinson
TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
March 12, 1868
Died in this city, March 5, of chronic ovaritis, Frances, wife of Joseph Wilkinson. in the 36th year of her age.
Jennie Wilkinson
September 20, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in La Prairie, Sept. 9, of inflammation of the bowels, Jennie, aged 16, only daughter of Neal Wilkinson.
October 4, 1877
LaPrairie
The death of Jennie Wilkinson noticed in your columns recently, has saddened the hearts of a large circle of relatives and friends. A bright and interesting girl just budding into womanhood, snatched from the tender embrace of fond and doting parents before they hardly realized that she was seriously ill. … Jennie Wilkinson was a member of the U. P. church and Sabbath school, and far in advance of her years in Christian knowledge and experience. She met the messenger of death with Christian calmness, as becometh one prepared to go to their Savior and be at rest. The funeral services, conducted by Rev. Johns Martin, assisted by Rev. H. H. Houston, were very impressive. The stricken parents have the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community in this sad bereavement.
Robert Will
February 17, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died at Lawn Ridge, Feb. 14, of pneumonia, Robert Will, aged 52 years, 11 months. One of the prominent citizens.
Son of David Williams
May 7, 1874
In this city, May 5, a young son, aged 1 year of David Williams
Joseph Vance Williams
October 14, 1869
Taken From the HENRY REPUBLICAN
At Fort Lincoln, Kansas, Oct. 2, of congenstive fever, Joseph Vance Williams, late of Whitefield township, aged 32 years.
Ashael Wilmot
January 26, 1882
Lawn Ridge
Ashael Wilmot of Valley township, died last week with quick consumption. He is the brother of our worthy townsman, X. C. Wilmot and a worthy respected citizen. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his untimely death. The funeral was from the M. E. LaPrairie Church and was largely attended. Rev. Seaman officiating.
Mrs. Betsey Wilmot
October 6, 1881
Died at Camp Grove, Oct. 3, of old age, Betsey, 82 years 6 mos., wife of the late Stephen B. Wilmot of La Prairie, and mother of Mrs. George Scholes of Saratoga township. Has lived in this county 36 years.
L. D. Wilmot
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
May 23, 1872
Died in Lacon, May 15, infant son of ex-sheriff, L. D. Wilmot.
Stephen B. Wilmot
March 22, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died in La Prairie, March 14, 1877, Stephen B. Wilmot, aged 79 years. (For more information, see Marshall County pioneers.)
David E. Wilson
June 7, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
In Evans township, May 23 of typhoid fever, David E., aged 18, son of David and Eliza P. Wilson
Helen F. Wilson
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
Feb. 1, 1872
Died in Evans township, Jan. 24, of brain fever, Helen F., aged 4 years, daughter of Thomas and Mary B. Wilson.
Isaac Wilson
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
May 2, 1872
Died In Steuben at the poor house of consumption, Isaac Wilson, aged 94.
Isaac Wilson
May 25, 1876
Taken From the Henry Republican
Local Correspondence - Sparland
Isaac Wilson of Chillicothe, formerly of this place was run over by the 7 o'clock freight which he was endeavoring to climb upon as it was leaving, but lost his hold and fell beneath the wheels. One leg was taken off below the knee, the other one crushed nearly to the body. He was carried to his mother's Mrs. Bosley's and attended by Drs. Reader, Gail and Tesmer. He has a wife and two children, which will in all probability be left to face the storms of life alone. Yes, they are alone. He died this (Wednesday) morning at 3 o'clock. God comfort them all in this their hour of deep affliction.
Isaac Wilson
February 24, 1876
Local Correspondance - Snachwine
Isaac Wilson, Snachwine, one of its oldest and wealthiest citizens died of pneumonia on Tuesday. He has been very sick for about 2 weeks having the very best of medical skill but all to no affect. Mr. Wilson has lived where he died upwards of 30 or more years and has amassed a princely estate so to speak. He was a great sportsman and hunting was a great amusement with him. He has several grown sons and was living with his second wife at the time of his death. We learn no further particulars at this writing.
March 9, 1876
Local Correspondence - Snachwine
In your notice of another of our old settlers, Mr. Isaac Wilson in your last issue, I think you must have been misinformed as to his living at the time of his death with his second wife, he having buried his third wife several years since.
Isaiah Wilson's child
March 25, 1875
Taken From the Henry Republican
Died at Sparland, March 23, a young child of Isaiah Wilson.
James Elbridge Wilson
February 6, 1879
Died in Saratoga township, January 31, of inflamatory croup, James Elbridge, aged 6 months, 20 days, youngest son of J. Bruce and Ann Elizabeth Wilson.
Mrs. James Wilson
December 22, 1881 - Whitefield
Death has entered our quiet solitude again and this time the monster calls from our midst, Mrs. James Wilson, one who has been upon her bed of pain for a long time, wrestling with the terrible disease, consumption and at last had to yield to its bidding. She was a loving mother and will be greatly missed by her family. He spirit departed from this world of pain and sorrow on last Saturday, December 17 and on Monday the body was carried to Sugar Grove cemetery and their laid to its final resting place.
John Wilson
February 1, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
At Centralia, Jan. 21, of kidney complaint, John Wilson, aged 73 years and 7 months, father of James Wilson of Whitefield.
Mrs. Mary Amanda Ireland Wilson
December 29, 1881
Died in Whitefield township, Dec. 17, on consumption, Mary Amanda Ireland, 50 years 6 months 24 days, wife of James Wilson.
Mrs. Wilson's infant
May 8, 1879
Sparland
Mrs. Wilson is lying very low. Their babe died last Saturday.
Mrs. Mary C. Winn
January 30, 1873
At Bedrock, Iowa, Jan. 24, at the residence of her son, Mrs. Mary C. wife of Rev. John Winn of Dunlap, Peoria county and daughter of the late Mrs. P. H. Brown, author of the popular hymn, "I Love to Steal a While Away."
From a letter received from the family we are informed of the sad news of the death of Mrs. Mary Winn, the estimable wife of Rev. John Winn, formerly of this city. She had been visiting her son Mr. George Winn in Iowa, and was expected home at Dunlap, Peoria county, on Friday last, but instead, a telegram was received of her sudden death, and that the remains would be sent by the train of Saturday. No other particulars were received by the heart stricken family, but as Mrs. W. was subject to heart disease, it is supposed to have been the cause of her death. She was a superior woman, whose death is a severe blow to the family, church and community in which she always stood at the head, and of which she was such an exemplary and useful member. Our community indeed sympathize at this sudden and terrible affliction of our esteemed friends.
Ann Winters
April 1, 1875
Taken From the Henry Republican
The young woman who committed suicide in Saratoga township last week, was an intelligent Irish girl, and had formerly taught school. Her name was Ann Winters. The funeral was largely attended by the neighbors and friends. It was a sad tragedy, and the relatives are much cast down by its occurrence. She had the name of being an excellent girl, and the cause of her self destruction is supposed to originate in a fit of temporary insanity.
Roes Winters
TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
October 24, 1867
City and County
Roes Winters, an old resident of this county, age 61, died in West Virginia, October 8th of apolexy. The statesmen said he had gone there to attend an important landsuit and was taken with a fit and died without a struggle. He leaves a large family of sons and daughters, mostly grown up and married to mourn his loss. He has been a resident of this county for 13 years.
George Wise, Sr.
October 17, 1872
At Wenona, Oct. 9, George Wise, Sr., aged 80 years.
Ham Wise
March 24, 1881
At Little Rock, Ark., March 11, of consumption, L. Ham Wise, 31; general traveling freight agent Iron Mountain railroad for the state of Arkansas, and a popular officer. Interment at Wenona.
Louisa Wolbert
October 20, 1881
In Henry township, Oct. 17, of typhoid fever, Louisa, 17 years 11 mos 10 days, daughter of John Wolbert.
Samuel B. Wollard
January 8, 1880
At Sparland, Jan. 1, of cerebral hemorrhage, after an illness of nine days, Samuel B. Wollard, 50.
Samuel B. Wollard
The deceased, S. B. Wollard, was buried at Sparland on Saturday. He was born at Fredericksburg, Va., and at the age of 14, removed with his parents to Muskingum county, Ohio, where he continued to reside until 1872, when he removed to Sparland. He was married to Margaret Henslee of Licking county, Ohio, February 13, 1845, who survives him, as also his three children, William S. Wollard, Esq., of Lacon, Mrs. Edmund Stredder of Ellsworth county, Kansas and Mrs. John Doran of Whitefield. For several years (missing remainder).
George C. Wolverton
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
April 27, 1871
At Pontiac, April 4, George C. Wolverton, aged 34 years, formerly of Wenona
Martin C. Wolverton
TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
June 4, 1868
Died at Wenona, May 24, of heart disease, Martin C. son of Samuel E. and Sara Ann Wolverton, age 7 years.
Eliza Jane Wood
OBITUARIES
FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN 3/30/1916 EXERPTS ONLY - Courtesy Kandi Anderson McLaney
Eliza Jane Wood, born Prince Fredrick, Maryland. 9/22/1829 married Thomas Wood of the same place. At 21...settled north of Chilicothe for 60 years then LaPrairie Center
Mary A. Wood
July 5, 1877
Taken From the Henry Republican
At Lacon, June 29, at the residence of R. C. Mallory, of consumption, Mary A. Wood, aged 38 years, formerly of this city.
Mary J. (Thompson) Wood
TAKEN FROM THE TOLUCA STAR, TOLUCA, MARSHALL CO IL
FRONT PAGE, Friday, August 8, 1901
Mrs. Mary Wood, who has been suffering from paralysis for over three months, was called home by the messenger of death on Thursday, July 25. Mary J. Thompson was born in Otsego county, N.Y., October 18, 1828. Beside a large number of friends, she leaves two sons to mourn her loss, one who lives in Minnesota, and D.M. Wood of Toluca. Mrs. Wood always made her home with her son, D.M. Wood of this city. During her long illness all that loving hands and medical skill could do to alleviate her suffering was done, but it proved of no avail when the death angel called. Those who knew her during life speak of her as a kind, loving mother, a good Christian and a helpful neighbor. The funeral services were conducted at her late home by Rev. Mr. Thomas of Hoppeston, Ill., a former pastor of the Christian church of Toluca, a friend of the family. After the services the remains, followed by a large number of relatives and friends, were conveyed to Ball cemetery and laid to rest. The funeral service was very impressive, and the song service especially fine. The choir was composed of Mr. and Mrs. L. Sutton of Rutland, Mrs. Spalding, Mrs. Mathis, Mr. Osborn, Mr. J.E, Porterfield of Toluca. Here memory was honored by many and beautiful floral tributes.
Ruhana Wood
November 10, 1881
In Canton, Fulton county, Oct. 23, of typhoid fever, Ruhana, 37, daughter of the late Thomas Wood, and sister of Mrs. Deacon Dunlap and Mrs. Henry Hutchinson.
Samuel Wood
February 27, 1879
Died at Sutton Neb., Feb. 21, of malignant diphtheria, son of Rev. Samuel Wood, aged 2 years, 7 months, 17 days.
Chester Frane Woodward
Taken From the Marshall County Telegraph
May 12, 1866
At Joliet, May 10, of congestion of the lung, Chester Frane, infant son of Jonus D. and Roxie Ann Woodward of this city, age 8 months. The funeral service will take place this afternoon at 2 o'clock in the M. E. church. Funeral discourse by Rev. A. C. Higgins.
Chester Stores Woodward
October 23, 1873
Died in this city, Oct. 23, of kidney complaint Chester Stores Woodward, aged 69 years. The funeral at the M. E. church on Sunday next at 2 o'clock p. m. Friends of the family are invited. Odd Fellows of neighboring lodges are also requested to be present.
Death of Chester S. Woodward
Died, this morning about three o'clock Mr. Chester S. Woodward, after a painful afflictive illness. Mr. Woodward settled in Henry about 33 years ago, when but two or three houses were built. He has been a useful man, of whose history we will speak at length in our next issue. He was formerly editor and proprietor of the Courier, which on his retirement was changed to the name this paper now bears. So passes from earth one of our best and moxt exemplary of citizens. The funeral obsquies will take place on Sunday next, at the M. E. church at 2 p. m., the remains to be in charge of the Odd Fellows, of which organization he has been a member for about 40 years.
(For more information on Chester S. Woodward see Marshall County Pioneers)
JONAS WOODWARD
Donated by Susie Martin-Rott <rootboun@tampabay.rr.com>
Susie writes: "Since I was lucky enough to find my Chester S. Woodward on your Marshall Co site, I'm passing along the obituary of his son, Jonas Dodge Woodward, who owned the newspaper in Henry for a time along with his brother in law Mr.Ruggles:"
Obituary from The Daily News, Joliet Illinois
Friday March 13, 1908 Page 10
JONAS WOODWARD ANSWERS CALL
Odd Fellow for Half Century and Oldest Printer Here
Jonas D. Woodward, known in Joliet for many years, died at his home, 206 Grant avenue, Friday morning at 2:45. He is survived by his wife and four children: Mrs. Cora R. Nicholson and Earnest Woodward, and Mrs. Jessie E. Crissey and Kate E. Buck.
Mr. Woodward was born in Lyons, Wayne county, New York, May 14, 1836 and had almost completed his 72nd year. When he was four years old he came west with his parents who settled in Henry, Ill. where he was educated and learned his trade of printer.
Mr. Woodward was the oldest printer in Joliet. As a printer when the copositor filled a more important function than in these linotype days, it was when he was working on a paper in Galesburg that he helped to set up the copy on Lincoln's famous debate with Stephen A. Douglass. Later while working in Springfield, he met Lincoln and visited at his home before he went to Washington to fill the office of Chief Executive. Not only did he help elect him but Mr. Woodward had the honor of voting at the same booth with Lincoln in 1860.
In 1861, on August 2, Mr. Woodward married Mrs. Roxana Buck in Joliet, and in 1870 came to Joliet and made this place his home until 1880, when the family moved to Jewel City, Kansas, at which place Mr. Woodward managed the Republican, selling out to his partner in 1883 and returning to Joliet a year later.
For fifty years Mr. Woodward has been a prominent member of the Order of Odd Fellows, joining the "lodge" in Henry in 1857. Last June the 50th anniversary of his association with the order was celebrated in Joliet with considerable ceremony and Mr. Woodward was presented with a handsome jewel comemorative of his long and honorable connection with the fraternity. The Odd Fellow's medal, showing a record of 50 years membership for Mr. Woodward is among the treasures which his death has placed in the keeping of others.
The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house to the Richards street M.E. Church at 2:30, under conduct of the Odd Fellows and the Printer's Union.
Rev. L. G. Landenberger, formerly of Joliet and now of St. Louis, will officiate, assisted by the Rev. J. H. Odgers.
The Daily News, Joliet, Illinois, Monday, March 16, 1908 p. 2 col 4 and col 5
FUNERAL SERVICES OF JONAS WOODWARD
The Richards street Methodist church was crowded yesterday afternoon with friends of the late Jonas Woodward who had gathered to pay their respects to his memory.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. L. G. Landenbarger of St. Louis, assisted by Rev. J. Hastle Odgers. The service was simple and followed by the regular service of the Odd Fellows at the grave at Oakwood.
The pall bearers representing the Odd Fellows were Thomas Baker, James Love and Wm. H. Berst. Those representing the printers were A.M. Stephenson, George Walton and A.J. Steffey.
Mrs. Harriet Woolf
March 28, 1878
In Wenona, March 13, Harriet, aged 77 years, wife of the late Henry Woolf
Rev. Caleb Worley
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
May 18, 1871
Died in Covington, Ohio, May 10, of paralysis, Rev. Caleb Worley, aged 78 years. He was a brother to S. C. Worley of this place.
Carrie Edna Worley
September 26, 1878
Died in Whitefield, Sept. 24, a cancer of the bowels, Carrie Edna, aged 4 months and 15 days, daughter of Joshua C. and Sarah J. Worley.
A babe of Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Worley was buried yesterday. The funeral services were conducted by the Rev. B. Edmiston, at the New Church house of worship, where a large nuber of weeping relatives and sympathizing friends gathered. A comforting sermon was preached from the words, "Suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of God".
George A. Worley
Taken From the Henry Republican
April 13, 1882
Died At Covington, Ohio, March 26 of consumption, George A. Worley, in the 60th year of his age. Years ago he was a citizen of Henry, but lately of Fall City, Nebraska.
Local Items
Among our death notices this week is that of George A. Worley, son of Elder Caleb Worley, grandson of Elder Nathan Worley, nephew of Mr. S. G. Worley and cousin of Colonel N. W. Orr. He came to Henry about the year 1849 and set up business as a taylor, remaining here until 1856. Lately he has been a citizen of Fall City, Nebraska. He was 59 at the time of his death that occurred at Covington, Ohio of consumption.
Byard Wright
Copied from the Gazette, "Death of Byard Wright," no date [1890].
The death roll of the aged in Wenona and vicinity during the past few weeks had been very large, and every issue of the Gazette has bore news of the visit of the death angel to some home in this community. One by one the old residents of Wenona, most of whom have been identified with the community for years, are laying down the burden of life and passing to their reward. In the works of the inspired writer, "tired of the heat and glamour of the day, they hear with joy the rustling garments of the night," and bid adieu to earth. Changes are constantly taking place and the inevitable law of nature knows no appeal. On this occasion we speak with profound sorrow and regret of the death of Byard Wright, one of the oldest residents of this vicinity and a man widely known and respected. For some years past Mr. Wright has been in poor health, suffering from a difficulty with one of his lungs, but not until a few weeks ago did his condition become such as to warrant apprehension on the part of his relatives and friends. An attack of the grippe weakened him and brought on other complications which were the prime cause of his death, which occurred Monday at 12:45 p.m. [March 10, 1890].
Byard Wright was born in Ross county, [Ohio], Jan. 17, 1830, and at the age of three moved with his parents to Clinton county, Ohio, removing from there to Illinois in 1848. He settled near Magnolia and worked for a time for John VanHorn and others in that vicinity and in the winter of 1851 was united in marriage to Miss Amy Lambourn. One child was born to them, Annie, now Mrs. Albert Jenkins, and the mother gave her life for the babe one short year after marriage. Thanksgiving day in 1854 he was married to Miss Jane Lambourn, a sister to his first wife. This latter marriage took place at Ottawa, and Mr. and Mrs. Wright took up their residence in Marshall county on the farm west of Wenona a few years later. Ten children were born to them, nine of whom still survive. In November 1887 they removed to Bloomington, to give their children the advantages of the schools there, and in July, 1888 came to this city. By untiring industry and a close attention to business
Mr. Wright had become possessed of a comfortable share of this world's goods. Commencing early in his married life he sought to inculcate in the minds of his children the principles of right, and his success is best shown in the grand family he has reared around him. Funeral services were held at the family residence yesterday morning at ten o'clock. Rev. Creighton Springer officiating, and the remains were laid to rest in Cherry Point cemetery. Messrs. L.J. Hodge, Clark Downey, A.H., Statler, Benjamin Judd, Benjamin Turner, and Esq. Judd acted as pallbearers. The children were all present but Alfred, who is located at Los Angeles, California, and could not get here.
"DEATH OF BYARD WRIGHT"
Copied from another newspaper obituary, no date [1890].
Another of the real old settlers has been taken. After an illness of several weeks, during considerable of the time in a dazed or unconscious condition, the death summons came to Byard Wright at 12:45 o'clock on Monday last. Byard Wright was born in Ross County, Ohio, in January, 1830. At the age of three years, with his parents, he removed to Clinton county, Ohio, and from there to Marshall county, Illinois, in 1848. For about 42 years Mr. Wright was a resident of this county. In November, 1854, he was married to Miss Jane Lambourn. This Union was blessed with nine children, six sons and three daughters-all of whom, together with the mother, survive the deceased. One daughter by a former marriage, now Mrs. Albert Jenkins, of Varna, also survives the deceased. For many years Mr. Wright was among the very successful Evans township farmers. A few years ago he moved to Bloomington to give his daughters and youngest son, the only children then at home, the advantages of the schools in that city, but later returned to Wenona where he has since made his home. Mr. Wright was a man with many excellent traits of character, and leaves a wife and a large family of grown up children that command the respect of everybody and are an honor to the community. Funeral services were held at the family residence yesterday, at 10 o'clock, and were conducted by Rev. Springer, after which the body was laid away in Cherry Point cemetery.
Charles Wright
January 23, 1873
In Whitefield, Dec. 28, at the residence of Richard Hunt, of spotted fever, Charles, 7 years old, son of Mrs. W. W. Wright of Hennepin.
Daniel Wright
The Henry Republican
September 6, 1883 - Wenona
Daniel Wright died last Friday evening and was buried on Sunday. An autopsy was held and it was found that he died of cancer of the stomach. The funeral procession was the largest that has been seen for many years. Mr. Wright was one of the few men that commanded universal respect, and wherever known, all through life, he always had a host of friends.
The Wenona Index
September 13, 1883 - Obituary
Daniel Wright was born near Columbus, OH, May 5, 1823. In the fall of 1844, he moved to Marshall county. He was united in marriage to Miss Caroline Stateler, January 11, 1849. He removed to Ramsey, Ill., where on February 4, 1875; his wife died leaving 3 daughters, Hester, Josephine and Emma. October 18, 1880, he came to Wenona and on November 2, of the same year was married to Mrs. Mary McAdam. He was a good man having made a profession of faith in Christ in early life, he ever strived to be his faithful follower. He united with the M. E. Church, and was highly esteemed by his brethren. He loved his church and loved his Savior, and found him precious in his last sickness and in the dying hour. On the occasion of his funeral, the church was filled to overflowing. Rev. C. Springer, an old friend and pastor, preached and a few remarks were made by the present pastor G. W. Burns. A large number accompanied the remains to the cemetery. May each reader of this sketch say in his heart: "let me died the death of the righteous and let my last end be like his."
Edwin Wright (1860-1952)
Birth: January 1, 1862, Evans Township, Marshall Co. IL
Death: May 20, 1952, Wenona, Marshall Co. IL
Burial: Cherry Point Cemetery, Marshall Co. IL
Parents: Byard Wright and Jane Lambourn
Siblings: Five brothers and four sisters
Marriage: September 2, 1884, Evans Twp., Marshall Co. IL
Spouse: Lucy Evans (Died March 3, 1923)
Children: Bernard E., Garnet, DeWitt,
Edwin Wright was born on a farm west of Wenona. As a child, he attended school during the winter months and helped his father on the farm during the remaining seasons.At the age of 24, he married Lucy Evans on her father's farm in Evan's township. Edwin and Lucy settled on a farm two miles west of Wenona where Edwin began farming for himself . He taught an adult Bible class at Sandy and was also superintendent of the Wenona Methodist Church Sunday School. He also served on the county school board. Edwin Wright, at the age of 92, passed away at his home in Wenona at 4:45 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, May 20, 1952, following a gradual decline in health, being bedfast the previous month. He was laid to rest in the Cherry Point cemetery in Marshalll County on Friday, May 23, 1952.
James Wright
September 5, 1872
TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
At Lacon, Aug. 25, James Wright, aged 70.
Local Department
Mr. James Wright, father of the republican candidate for sheriff of this county, died at his residence in Lacon, Aug. 25 at a venerable age. He was a Presbyterian in faith, a kind father and good citizen. He moved from Ohio to Lacon, seven years ago.
Jane Wright
Taken From the Toluca Star - December 12, 1902
The Old Settler Dying
Jane Wright, one of the oldest settlers of Roberts township was laid to rest in the Varna cemetery last week. The Lacon papers in their obituary notice of her say:
Sara Jane Wright was born in Philadelphia, Nov. 3, 1824, and was with her mother at the ovation given to Gen. Lafayette in 1826, he being the nation's guest at that time. Her parents moved to Madison county, Ohio in 1827, remained there three years and in 1830 they came to Tazewell county, Ill. They lived there for one year when they moved to Roberts township.
Her father, John Myers, was among the first meeting with the hardships common to pioneers in a new country. Her first home was what is known now as the old homestead of John Myers, about 3 miles north of Varna on the Magnolia road. During the following year, 1832, the Black Hawk war took place and they came in for their share of trouble and fear of attack by the murderous redskins. The country being new and thinly settled the few settlers built a stockade and spent the greater part of that year within it. She remained with her parents until Jan. 1, 1846 when she was married to Alexander Wright, going to housekeeping in a little log cabin on the present site of the Wright homestead. Three sons were born of this union, John Blair Wright, of Florida; Daniel Wright of Wenona, but the third son died in infancy.
The young people were industrious and saving and soon a competency was theirs. Nothing pleased her so much as to gather around her friends and neighbors at a spread fit for a king. It was unbounded to anyone who chanced beneath her roof.
Some 45 years ago she remained at the old home. Then Varna began to be quite a town and the farm was given over and the little village made her home up to the day of her death on November 18th, at 11 o'clock p.m., when the suffering body found rest, for disease had robbed life of its sweetness and peace. Through her protracted illness no means was spared to ease he suffering; a competent nurse, Miss Vila Boldman, assisted by Mrs. W. Rogers, were ever present to care for wants and relieve her sufferings.
The funeral was held last Sunday in the M.E. church, by Rev. Dudman. The floral tributes were roses in their frail beauty.........She was laid to rest in a steel vault in the Myers cemetery beside that of her husband, reunited in death.
Mrs. Jane (Lambourn) Wright
Copied from The Wenona Index , obituary written by J.G. Evans, no date [1905].
(Courtesy of Peggy Brock Cacciamatta)
Jane Lambourn was born in Canterbury, County of Kent, England, November 30th, 1830. In the summer of 1850, she, with the family, emigrated to America and Illinois and settled on Sandy, her father, Levi Lambourn, having purchased the farm them known as the Jepaniah Swarts farm. She was the eldest of a family of ten children, only three of whom remain, Frederic Lambourn, of Los Angeles, California; Benjamin Lambourn, of Melvin, Illinois, and Mrs. Eliza White of Sonoma, California.
November 27th, 1854, Thanksgiving day, she was married to Byard Wright. They settled on an unimproved piece of land, a mile southwest of the center of Evans township. Mr. Wright was an excellent farmer and prospered. On this farm ten children were born and all were reared to manhood and womanhood there, except one, Ira, who died in infancy. Frank died about seven years ago [1898]. Mr. Wright died March 10th, 1890. Five sons and three daughters survive, as follows: James M., of Chicago; John and Edwin, of Evans township, Alfred, of Burbank, California; B.W., of Lacon; Mrs. Louisa Rigdon, of Abingdon; Mrs. Susan Hodge and Miss Ida May, of this city.
Mrs. Wright was christened in the church of England, but at the age of 14 she united with the Baptist church. When she came to America, there being no Baptist church in the community, she united with the Methodist Episcopal church on Sandy. She remained through life an attendant and supporter of the Methodist church. She died in peace, April 18th, 1905, aged 74 years, 4 months and 18 days.
When Mrs. Wright came to America and settled on Sandy, she was a healthy, strong and winsome young lady, 20 years of age. She rapidly made friends and was very popular in the community. Her reputation was good and her friendships were constantly extended. She was the mother of ten children, all of whom, save one, grew to maturity. They grew up under the influence of good family government. The manhood and womanhood which developed in the large family of boys and girls is the result of good care, wise management, valuable instruction and authority on the part of kind parents. The mother was authority in the home; that authority, however, was kindly exercised with an eye to the good of the child.
Her religious life was not of the emotional type, but consistent and reliable. In the later years of her life she was unable to get out of her home very often but enjoyed religious conversation with her friends when they called to see her. When we last visited her, some months ago, she was suffering severely and in speaking of her assurance that she was ready to go, she expressed a strong desire to die. She was positive in her faith and knew that she belonged to the Lord. She was a faithful mother and a true Christian woman. Our loss is her infinite gain.
"RESOLUTIONS"
Copied from The Wenona Index, no date [1905].
Whereas, in view of the loss we have sustained by the decease of our friend and associate, Mrs. Jane Wright, and of the still heavier loss sustained by those who were nearest and dearest to her, therefore be it Resolved, that we, the members of the Housekeepers' Club, sincerely condole with the family of the deceased on the dispensation with which it has pleased Divine Providence to afflict them and commend them for consolation to Him who orders all things for the best and whose chastisements are meant in mercy. Resolved, that these resolutions be spread upon our minutes, a copy be given to the bereaved family and that we request the Index to publish the same.
Mary Hodge, Mary Turner, Lura Howe
Committee.
Manlif B. Wright
September 16, 1880
Died in Indianapolis, Indiana, September 15, Manlif B. Wright, 41 of Watseka, county judge of Iroquois county, formerly of Marshall county.
The immediate cause of Judge M. B. Wright's death as now stated, was tetanus or lockjaw, caused from taking cold following the operation for hemorrhoids at the Surgical Institute at Indianapolis. His funeral was in charge of the Knights of Honor of which order he was a member, the bar association acting as pall bearers, and was one of the largest ever held in Iroquois county. The Chebanse brass band headed the procession, playing a dirge as it moved from the house to the church and to the graveyard. The solemn strains of the dirge, and flags at half mast surmounted with crape, made it a scene of impressive sadness.
Mrs. Rebecca Wright
Taken From the Henry Republican
March 16, 1882
Died at Lacon, March 5, of old age, Rebecca, 82, widow of James Wright and mother of ex-sheriff Robert A. Wright. The funeral of Mrs. Wright, mother of Mayor R. A. Wright, took place from her residence Tuesday, March 7.
Samuel Hoyt Wright
Taken From the Marshall County Telegraph
May 12, 1866
Died in this city, May 6, of congestion of the brain, Samuel Hoyt Wright, the only son of M. B. Wright of Sparland, age 3 years, 1 month and 16 days.
William W. Wright
TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
February 7, 1867
County Items
William W. Wright, of Sparland, left home on Tuesday the 8th, ult., to work in a coal mine at Lewistown, Fulton county. While engaged at work on the 21st, the roof of the coal bank fell in and he was killed instantly. His body being so badly mangled that his most intimate friends could not have recognised him. Mr. Wright leaves a young wife to mourn his loss.
Henry Wunder
October 25, 1877
In Whitefield, October 23, of an accident Henry Wunder, aged about 60 years.