BUBBY ADAMS , 39 of New Canton, IL died Monday night, December 5, 2005 from injuries sustained in a single vehicle accident on the Barry-New Canton blacktop south of Barry. Bubby was born November 7, 1966 in Wilmington, OH to Edsel R. and Yvonne Brown Adams. He married Sherry Rutherford June 25, 1983 in Lakeland, FL and she survives. Mr. Adams worked as a mechanic at Neal Tire in Pittsfield. He was an avid NASCAR fan with Dale Earnhart Sr. and Jr. as his favorite drivers. Bubby enjoyed helping his friends, fishing and shooting pool. He liked doing carpentry work and loved playing music on the bass guitar and drums. He enjoyed playing sports and especially loved playing with his kids. Mr. Adams also loved history and John Wayne movies. Survivors include his wife Sherry, and his mother Yvonne Brown of New Canton. Bubby had two sons, Kelly Adams of New Canton and Robert Adams of New London, MO and one grandson Noah Bradley Adams. A sister Lisa Humphrey of Hannibal, MO also survives along with two nieces and two nephews. Memorial services will be held Thursday, December 8, 2005 at 7:00 P.M. at the Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry, IL., with Bert Sapp officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Cremation rites will be accorded as per his wishes. Memorials may be made to his grandson's education fund. Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry is handling arrangements

DONNA MAE (HOOS) ADAMS - b: 31 May 1905, Pike Co., IL; d: 12 Aug 1991, Pittsfield, IL; m: Ray Adams on 14 May 1959, Carmel, Calif.; fa: John Hoos; Mo; Effie Rhodes. Husband preceded in death 26 Nov 1980. Resident of Pittsfield, IL Survived by two sisters: Hilda Stickman of Pittsfield and Eleanor Smith of Pittsfield. Preceded by one brother and two half-brothers.
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EDNAH LATHROP (ALLYN) ADAMS - Died - At Pittsfield, on Sabbath morning, the 23rd inst., Mrs. Ednah Adams, in the 78th year of her age. Mrs. A was the widow of the late James Adams, of Stephentown, Rensselaer County, New York. After the death of her husband, she came to this town, about three years since, to reside with her children. For more than 2 years she had been a member of the Baptist church in Stephentown. Mrs A. was a conselent (?), exemplary, devoted Christian. She was remarkable for the simplicity and strenghth of her faith in Jesus Christ. In every time of her trial, her sole reliance, for herself and for her friends, was in her Redeemer She died like one falling asleep. " Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.
Contributed by Jana Countryman - from her World Connect Website (Pike County Free Press. Thursday, August 26,1846)

ELIZABETH A. (BALLARD) ADAMS - In this place on the 16th ins., Mrs. Elizabeth A. ADAMS, age 24, the wife of George W. Adams. She was most severely burned in the dreadful accident in this town on the evening of the August 4. She was a member of the Congregational Church in this place for more than four years. She left an affectionate husband, 2 children and a large circle of relations and friends to mourn her loss.
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Pike County Journal 23 August 1860

GLENN DALE ADAMS , 79, of rural Rockport, died Thursday, June 23, 2011 at his home. He was born Nov. 7, 1931 in Pittsfield, a son of William Clyde and Ruth Lucille Richards Adams. Glenn Dale was a graduate of Pittsfield High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. It was in the Army that he began his life-long career as a machine operator. He was a 45 year member of Union Local 513 of Operating Engineers of Missouri and he helped pave many of our interstates and highways throughout the country. Glenn Dale was an avid hunter and naturalist. He was well known for his prized breeds of coon hounds and his hunting skills. He enjoyed sharing stories of his hunting days with his favorite dogs, Slick, Kate and Joe. He enjoyed many hunts with dear friends like Casey Myers. He also enjoyed the outdoors and gardening with Ella and his family. Glenn Dale will be greatly missed and remembered fondly by his friends and loved ones. Survivors include his life partner, Ella B. Smith of rural Rockport; a granddaughter, Trinity Taylor, stepchildren Dena L. Barry of Rochester, David (Edith) Smith of Rockport, Dawn M. Smith of Pittsfield and Deanna (Robert) Dereak of Pleasant Hill; grandchildren Joshua (Tina) Smith of Myrtle Beach, S.C., Lindsey R. Smith of Quincy, Johnathan D. Smith of Rockport, Mallori, Alison and Andrew Smith of Pittsfield and Haley Dereak of Pleasant Hill; a great grandson, Joshua Tyler Smith of Myrtle Beach, S. C.; and a sister-in-law, Fern Adams of Louisiana, Mo. Glenn Dale was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ivis Dean Adams and Robert Lee Adams and by a son, Ronald Dale Adams. Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrangements
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NORVIN L. ADAMS , 90 of Pittsfield, died Friday, May 27, 2005 at the Pittsfield Healthcare Facility. Born March 12,1915 at Fulton, MO, he was a son of Henry Adams nd Ada F. Massey Adams. He married Carmalite Shoemaker Oct.24,1942 at Bowling Green, MO. and she survives. He was a veteran of WWII serving his country in the Army attaining the rank of corporal. He worked for over 20 years as a maintenance man for the Illinois State Police Dist 20 in Pittsfield. He was a non denominational Christian. He enjoyed woodworking, collecting geodes, and singing. Survivors: his wife Carmalite of Pittsfield, two sons, Norvin (wife Janie) L. Adams Jr. of Winchester, IL., David M. Adams of Pittsfield, 2 grandsons Norvin Adams III, and Clifton Ky Adams and a half brother Harold "Cutter" Meeks of Centralia, MO. Preceded by a son Gary K. Adams, three brothers, Henry, Clarence, and Ernie, two sisters, Tressie and Magnolia Adams and two half brothers, Jessee and Julius Meeks. Funeral services will be Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at 2 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Burial where military honors will be at McCord Cemetery in Perry,IL. by Pittsfield American Legion Post 152

RUTH (GUNLOCK) ADAMS , b: 19 Nov 1901, near Kinderhook, IL; d: 30 Jan 1982, Lakeland, Fla. (General Hospital); bu: Adams Cemetery, Atlas, IL; m: Homer V. Adams on 18 Apr 1929 (no place stated); fa: John Gunlock; MO: Elta Gard. Husband preceded in death 15 Aug 1971 (Cemetery listing has 17 Aug 1972?). Resident of Atlas, IL Survived by one daughter: Mary Dell Borrowman of Pittsfield; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; one stepbrother: Erman Dutcher of Ankeny, Ia.; and on stepsister: Mrs. Mary Hott of Urbana.
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RICHARD ADDIS - The death of Richard Addis, father of W.H. Addis occured this morning at 2 o'clock at the residence of his son 463 S. Water St. (Decatur). He was 83 years of age and had been ill a number of months, besides being deaf and almost totally blind. He was the last of a family of 7, his sister passing away in New Jersey a short time ago at age 98. His mother died at the age of 94. Mr. Addis was a farmer but had not been able to do anything for 20 years. He was a member of the Methodist church and attended regularly until he lost his hearing. He was born in Warren Co NJ August 10, 1806. He moved to IL with his parents in 1826 locating at Pittsfield, Pike Co. He was united in marriage to Sarah M. Davis, moving to Fulton County in 1827. In 1868 he moved to Omaha, Nebraska returning to Decatur in 1888 to resume his residence with his son W.H. Addis. He is the father of 11 children, with five surviving; H.C. of San Jose CA; A.D. of Lincoln NE; W.H. of Decatur and Mrs. Ellen Calloway of Los Angeles. His wife died in August 1868.
The Decatur Republican 14 March 1889

DALE AKERS , 68 of Pittsfield, IL., died Thursday morning, September 3, 2009 at Eastside Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield. He was born on September 12,1940 in Nebo, IL to Benjamin and Ruth Chappel Akers. He married Joyce Ann Shade on October 29, 1961 in the Congregational Church in Pittsfield, IL., and she preceded him in death on January 7, 2005. Mr. Akers worked as an auto mechanic in Detroit , IL, and also worked for Skelgas, Smith Oil Company, and Jennings Amoco. He enjoyed fishing, listening to country music, playing Pitch, and always working on cars both at home and at work. His first job was at the Detroit Market and Channens’ Auto Supply. He worked for Farm and Home until his retirement. Survivors include two daughters: Wanda (Gary) Palmer of Pittsfield, IL and Terrie (Phillip of Pleasant Hill, IL) Chenoweth of Louisiana, MO; four grandchildren, Aaron (Fiancé, Jennifer Powell) Chenoweth, Ashley (Scott) Elliott, Robbie Palmer, Betsy Palmer (Brandon Thomas); one great grandchild BreeAnn Chenoweth and another due to arrive on December 24th two step grandchildren, Cassidy and MaKinley Powell; one sister, Ruth VaLue of Pleasant Hill, IL, along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Joyce in 2005, five brothers, Don, Vernon, Bud, Ronald, and Hubert Akers, and one sister, Louise Knox. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield, Illinois with Rev. Tom Wilber officiating. Burial will be at the Samuel Taylor Cemetery, Rockport, IL. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 7 from 5:00 until 8:00 P.M at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield, IL. Memorials may be made to Blessing Hospice of Pike County.

GEORGE I. AKERS , 62, of Pittsfield, died Friday, January 7, 2005 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Born September 29, 1942 near El Dara in Derry Twp., Pike Co., IL, she was a daughter of Everett and Pearl Lynch Shade. She married Robert Dale Akers October 28, 1961 at the Congregational Church in Pittsfield by the Rev. Kent Sanderson. He survives. Joyce had worked at the Brown Shoe Factory and the Corner Pantry both in Pittsfield. She enjoyed square dancing, playing pitch, fishing and vacationing in Branson and the Ozarks. She especially loved being with her family and her husband Dale. Survivors include her mother Mrs. Pearl Shade of Pittsfield, her husband Dale of Pittsfield, two daughters Mrs. Gary (Wanda) Palmer of Pittsfield and Mrs. Phillip (Terrie) Chenoweth of Pleasant Hill, IL., a sister Mrs. Harold (Margea) Kleinlein of St. Louis, MO, four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Preceded by her father Everett Shade, four brothers, Ed, Harold, Paul and Floyd Shade and a nephew Daryl Kleinlein. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 11, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with Rev. Linda Peyla, Pastor of the United Methodist Church in Pittsfield officiating. Burial will be at the Samuel-Taylor Cemetery at Rockport, IL. Friends may call at the Niebur Funeral Home on Monday from 5 till 8 p.m.

HARRY D. AKERS , 90, a longtime farmer and Pike County Board member of Hull, died at 10:55 p.m. Friday (July 30, 1993) in Blessing Hospital at llth Street. Mr. Walch was born Dec. 7, 1902, in Kinderhook, a son of Charles Allen and Eva Ross Walch. He Married Otellia Eddingfield on May 28, 1925, in New London, Mo. She died Jan. 12, 1986. Mr. Walch farmed more than 60 years at Hull where his farm and home are now under Mississippi River floodwaters. He was a Kinderhook township supervisor for 50 years and served on the Pike County Board, where he was a past chairman of the board. Mr. Watch was a 69 -year member of Hull Masonic Lodge 910 AF&AM, where he was past master and secretary for many years. He attended First Baptist Church in Hull and was a former member of the Hull School Board. Mr. Welch also was a member of the Hull Lions Club. Survivors include three sons, Alan R. of Hull, Wendell E. of Springfield, and Ed of Payson; one brother, Fred Welch of Hull; one sister, Marjorie Walch of Hull; seven grandchildren, Mrs. Edgardo (Susan) Pimentel of Westmount, Capt. Michael (Jane) Francis of Hampton, Va., Mrs. Carl (Martha) Woodward of Jacksonville, N.C., Anthony Castegnaro and Grant and AnnWalch, all of Springfield; and Paul Walch of Barry, and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Walch was preceded in death by a brother, Loren Walch. Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in Akers Chapel Church of Christ north of Hull by the Rev. James Poll. Burial will be in Akers Chapel Cemetery.Visitation will be held from 11:30 a.m. Thursday until time of services. The Hansen-Spear Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Hull.
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HUBERT L. AKERS - b: 24 Mar 1932, Pearl, IL; d: 8 Jun 1990, Springfield, IL (Memorial Medical Center); bu.: Ebenezer Cemetery; m: Donnie Birdsell on 23 Apr 1966 (place not stated); fa: Ben Akers; MO: Ruth Chappel. Resident of 872 N. Church, Jacksonville, IL Survived by his wife; a daughter: Mrs. Jeff (Lisa) Hooker of Jacksonville; two stepdaughters: Mrs. Stan (Cheryl) McEvers of Murrayville and Mrs. Bill (Vickie) Webb of California; a stepson: Ed Bostick of Springfield; three brothers: Donald and Dale, both of Pittsfield, and Ronald of New Salem; two sisters: Mrs. Lawrence (Louise) Knox Vieira of Jacksonville and Ruth Valew of Pleasant Hill; five grandchildren: Adam and Brandy McEvers, Demerie and Jessica Bostick and Wesley Webb. Preceded by a brother: Bud.
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JOYCE A. (SHADE) AKERS , 62, of Pittsfield, died Friday, Jan. 29, 2005, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. She was born Sept. 9, 1942 near El Dara in Derry Township in Pike County to Everett and Pearl Lynch Shade. She married Robert Dale Akers Oct. 28, 1961 at the Congregational Church in Pittsfield with the Rev. Kent Sanderson officiating. Robert Akers survives. She worked at Brown Shoe Factory and the Corner Pantry, both in Pittsfield. She enjoyed square dancing, playing Pitch, fishing and vacationing in Branson and the Ozarks. She especially loved being with her family and her husband Dale.Survivors include her mother, Pearl Shade of Pittsfield; her husband, Dale, of Pittsfield; two daughters, Mrs. Gary (Wanda) Palmer of Pittsfield and Mrs. Phillip (Terrie) Chenoweth of Pleasant Hill; a sister, Mrs. Harold (Margea) Kleinlein of St. Louis, Mo.; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Everett Shade; four brothers, Ed, Harold, Paul and Floyd Shade; and a nephew, Daryl Kleinlein. Funeral services were Tuesday, Jan. 11, at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with the Rev. Linda Peyla, pastor of the United Methodist Church in Pittsfield, officiating. Burial was at Samuel Taylor Cemetery at Rockport. Visitation was Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
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ROBERT DALE AKERS , 68 of Pittsfield, died Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009, at Eastside Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield. He was born Sept. 12,1940 in Nebo to Benjamin and Ruth Chappel Akers. He married Joyce Ann Shade Oct. 29, 1961 in the Congregational Church in Pittsfield, and she preceded him in death Jan. 7, 2005. Mr. Akers was an auto mechanic in Detroit , and also worked for Skelgas, Smith Oil Company, and Jennings Amoco. He enjoyed fishing, listening to country music, playing Pitch, and always working on cars both at home and at work. His first job was at the Detroit Market and Channens' Auto Supply. He worked for Farm and Home until his retirement. Survivors include two daughters, Wanda (Gary) Palmer of Pittsfield and Terrie (Phillip) of Pleasant Hill, Chenoweth of Louisiana, Mo.; four grandchildren, Aaron (fiancé, Jennifer Powell) Chenoweth, Ashley (Scott) Elliott, Robbie Palmer and Betsy Palmer (Brandon Thomas); one great grandchild, BreeAnn Chenoweth and another due to arrive Dec. 24 two step grandchildren, Cassidy and MaKinley Powell; one sister, Ruth VaLue of Pleasant Hill, along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Joyce in 2005, five brothers, Don, Vernon, Bud, Ronald, and Hubert Akers, and one sister, Louise Knox. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 2 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield, with Rev. Tom Wilber officiating. Burial was at the Samuel Taylor Cemetery, Rockport. Visitation was held Monday, Sept. 7 from 5 until 8 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield. Memorials may be made to Blessing Hospice of Pike County.
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DALLAS D. AKIN , 84, of the Barry Community Care Center in Barry and formerly Griggsville, died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2009. He was born Nov. 1, 1924 near Fish Hook to the late Mark B. and Florence Witt Akin. He married Lucille Mae Breuer May 29, 1946 in Sheridan and she preceded him in death Sept. 17, 2003. Surviving are one daughter, Linda Akin of Griggsville; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Akin of Griggsville; nieces and nephews, Elaine Hobson of Griggsville, Judy Zeller of Jacksonville, Donna Hays of Cathedral City, Calif., Charles Akin, Jr. of Rushville, Dean Akin of Galesburg, Larry Akin of Knoxville, Gene Lackscheide of Virden and Delbert Lackscheide of Franklin; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three sisters, Lorene Lachscheide, Marie Hays; and five brothers, Charles Akin, Harold Akin, Thurman Akin, and twin brother, Dealas Akin, as well as Laura Martha Akin and Ernest Witt Akin in infancy. Dallas was also preceded by his beloved dog, Petie, who was at his side for 12 years. He was a graduate of Maplewood High School in Camp Point. Following high school and during the war, Dallas worked at the Curtis-Wright airplane factory in Columbus, Ohio. Dallas later farmed in Dekalb County, for 35 years and was known for the care he took in his farm machinery and livestock and proud of his antique trucks and tractors. He moved back to Pike County in 1985. He was a member of the Camp Point Methodist Church in Camp Point. He was also member of the Farm Bureau in Dekalb County as well as the Pike County Farm Bureau. He loved wildlife, and especially birds. He enjoyed feeding them and listening to them. Dallas also loved to read, especially western novels. He also enjoyed playing cards, gardening and fishing. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. today, Wednesday, Feb. 4, at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville. Burial will be in Hinman Cemetery near Griggsville.
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MARY GERTRUDE (BELFORD) AKIN - Services for Mrs. Mary G. (Mae) Akin of Pittsfield will be held at 2 pm today, Wednesday, in Plattner Funeral Home with the Rev. Joe maynard officiating. Interment will be in Pittsfield West Cemetery. Mrs. Akin, 91, died at 6:55 a.m. Monday, July 31, 1978 in the Pittsfield Nursing Center. Born Jan. 7, 1887 in Pike County, she was a daughter of Robert and Mima (Elder) Belford. She married Russell Akin on Jan. 3, 1910. He died July 19, 1947. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Beulah Staggs and Mrs. Evelyn Robinson, both ofPittsfield; a sister Mrs. Ruby Jeffers of Baylis, two grandchildren and six great-trandchildren. Mrs. Akin was employed for some time in the Bangs disease office in the Pike County courthouse. She was a member of the Pittsfield First United Methodist Church. The family has suggested memorials to the Heart Fund or the Pittsfield Nursing Center.
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MAGGIE (SMITH) GRIFFITH ALA was born Aug. 12, 1893 in Atlas, IL and died Feb.11, 1985 in Lancaster , CA. Burial was in Pittsfield West Cemetery , Pittsfield , IL . She married first Clifford Griffith on Apr 29, 1913 in Louisiana , Mo. and second Judson Ala (date and place not stated). Both husbands preceded her in death. Her parents were John and Laura Sealock Smith. She was a former Pittsfield, IL resident and is survived by two sons: Russell Griffith of Buena Park, CA and Howard Griffith of Newport News, VA; five daughters: Frances King of Lancaster, CA, Pauline Stafford of Yorktown, VA, Catherine Latta of Hannibal, Doris Elliott of Las Vegas, NV, and Helen Ator of Pekin; one step-son: Tom Ala of Pekin; 25 grand, 48 great-grand, 15 great-great-grand and eight great-great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by two brothers and one son.

VERA D. (SMITH) ALBRIGHT , 72, of Hannibal, died at 9:50 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006, at Hannibal Regional Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel in Hannibal. Pastor Brenda Culp will officiate. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. today, Dec. 4, at Smith Funeral Home & Chapel. Vera was born Aug. 3, 1934, in Pleasant Hill, Ill., a daughter of Raymond O. and Mina F. Herron Smith. She was formerly married to Robert Henry Abright Sr. Survivors include three daughters, Roberta Elliott, Mary Abright and Dora LaFond, all of Hannibal; four sons, John Abright, Bill Abright, Ronnie Abright and Robert Abright, all of Hannibal; 11 grandchildren, Brian Elliott, Amanda Abright, Bethany LaFond, Joshua Kitchen, Jeffrey Elliott, Latisha Adams, Joseph LaFond, Timothy Abright, Kevin Elliott, Channelle LaFond and Yasmine Elliott; two great- grandchildren, Alexis Elliott and Skilar Ward; a stepbrother, Duane Smith of Nebo, Ill., and a special friend of 27 years, Charles Nelson of Hannibal. She was preceded in death by a son, Riman Wesley Abright; three brothers, June Smith, Ronald "Red" Smith and Bill Smith; and a son-in-law, Marvin A. Elliott. Mrs. Abright worked for Stark Bros. Nursery in Louisiana and International Shoe Co. in Hannibal, and was a homemaker. She was a Christian by faith. Memorial gifts may be made to the family, in care of Smith Funeral Home & Chapel. Pallbearers will be Kevin Elliott, Tony Houston, Joseph LaFond, Cheyenne LaFond, Jeffrey Elliott and Brian Elliott. Honorary pallbearers will be Shawn Williams and Kevin Ward.
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LUKE A. ALFANO , 85, of Pittsfield, IL died on Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 3:45 A.M. at the Pittsfield Manor, Pittsfield, IL. He was born on December 3, 1919, in Rockford, IL to Dominic and Veda Borden Alfano. He married Betty Smith on February 24, 1951 in Rockford, IL. He attended the Pittsfield Church of the Nazarene. He was a Teamster Truck Driver for Rockford Blacktop Construction Company, Rockford, IL. Luke served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a member of the Rockford American Legion Post. Luke was a Golden Glove Champion Boxer. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, Bingo, and going to the Cardinal Inn for coffee. He loved his dog “Buddy.” He also enjoyed cooking for his family’s get-togethers and his nieces and nephews. Survivors: His wife Betty of Pittsfield, IL, Two brothers: Barney (Josie) Alfano, of Rockford, IL and Joe (Ann) Alfano, of Rockford, IL. One sister: Frances DeVito of Bloomington, New Jersey. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother: Frank Alfano. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 26, 2005 at the Niebur Funeral Home at 7:30 P.M. with Rev. John Ruzich officiating. Military rites by the Pittsfield Post 152. at 7:30 P.M. at the Niebur Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 26, 2005 with family meeting friends from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield, IL. Memorials are to the Pike County Animal Shelter, Pittsfield, IL. Cremation rites will be accorded as per his wishes following the services.. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield, IL is handling arrangements.

HAZEL (LEWTON) GRAY ALFS , 90, of New Canton, died Sunday, Feb. 7, 1999 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. She was born Sept. 21, 1908 in rural Hull, a daughter of Harry B. and Jessie (Gudgel) Lewton. She first married David B. Gray in Feb. 1928. He preceded her in death in Sept. 1955. Later she married Robert E. Alfs in Jan. 1967. He preceded her in death in Jan. 1992. Survivors include 2 sons, David W. Gray of Lewisburg, Pa., and Robert L. Gray of Elk Grove, Calif,; 2 stepdaughters, Martha Madarasz of New Canton and Johanna Bruns of Winchester; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 sister, Mabel Fleer and Florence Hampsmire and 2 stepsons, Archie B. Gray and Charles R. Gray. Mrs. Gray was a 50 year plus member of the Order of Eastern Star. She attended New Canton United Methodist Church and was a partner in D.B. Gray Co., of Hull for many years. Visitation is Friday, Feb. 12 from 6-8 p.m. in New Canton United Methodist Church. Burial is at Kinderhook Cemetery.

BETTY J. (DeSPAIN) ALLEN , age 72, of Griggsville, Il. died early Saturday morning (October 13, 2007) at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield, Il. She was born on February 17, 1935 in Pittsfield, Il. daughter of the late Ernie and Veda Stone DeSpain. She married Homer Allen on August 13, 1955 in Perry, Il. and he survives. Also surviving is one son, Brian Allen and wife Ruth of Waterloo, Il.; seven grandchildren, Candice Gleckler and husband Brent of Weldon Spring, Mo., Dustin Allen and wife Ashley of Springfield, Il., Korey Wombles and wife Lisa of Pittsfield, Il, Kendra Allen of Peoria, Il, Specialist Kacie Wombles of Ft. Irwin, California, Kyle Allen of Southaven, Mississippi, and Caleb Wombles of Pittsfield, Il.; five great-grandchildren, Carson, Jack, Landon, Ava, and Isaac; a sister, Bobbie Chenoweth and husband Wayne of Perry, Il.; three brothers, Larry DeSpain of Griggsville, Il., Ronnie DeSpain and wife Linda of Barry, Il., and Gary DeSpain and wife Jean of Carlinville, Il.; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a daughter Rhonda Wombles. Betty was a 1953 graduate of Griggsville High School in Griggsville, Il. Following her marriage she moved to Winchester with her husband where they ran a grocery store in Winchester, Il. until moving back to Griggsville, Il. in 1975. She and Homer bought the Perry Wagon Wheel Café in 1975 and owned and operated the restaurant until 1993. Betty later worked for Nature House Museum and Store until her retirement in 2000. She was a member of the Griggsville Untied Methodist Church where she was very active including being a member of the church board. Betty loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved watching them in their sporting activities. She loved to travel and she and Homer visited many of the 50 states during their 52 years of marriage. She was a HUGE St. Louis Cardinal fan where Stan Musial was her favorite Cardinal. Betty also loved playing dominoes with her sister and brothers and their spouses. Services were entrusted to Airsman-Hires Funeral Home of Griggsville, Illinois.

CARL ALLEN , 66, of Liberty, formerly of Griggsville and Quincy, died Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. He was born March 16, 1942, in Griggsville to Kline Lozell and Mildred Pauline (Putnam) Allen. They preceded him in death. He married Betty Jean Galloway, Jan. 20, 1961, in Griggsville. She preceded him in death June 25, 2007. He is survived by one son, Carl D. Allen, Jr., of Liberty; three grandchildren, Ethan Allen, Dusty Peters and Elizabeth Miller; two great-grandchildren, Jordyn and Austin Miller; one sister, JoAnn Myers, of Rockport; a son-in-law, Sidney Barrett of Barry; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, Jeanette Lynn Barrett; and one brother, James Allen. Mr. Allen was an avid gardener and hunter. He was a member of United Auto Workers Local 201. He dearly loved his family and friends. Visitation was held from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, at the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Funeral
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CARROLL ALLEN , age 80, of Misson, Texas and formerly of Griggsville, Ill. died Monday (May 10, 2004) at Comfort House in McAllen, Texas. He was born June 21, 1923 in Pearl, Ill. son of the late Harry and Lula Ames Allen. He married Vivian Hillig on August 3, 1946 and she survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Betty Craven and husband Bill and Carolyn DeJaynes and husband Frank all of Griggsville, Ill.; one son Rick Allen and wife Debbie of Griggsville, Ill.; seven grandchildren, Wendy Hartlieb and husband Chris of Highland, Il., Todd DeJaynes and wife Cindy of Springfield, Il., Tasha Miethe and husband Josh of Champaign, Il., and Darin Craven and wife Pollee, Shane Allen and wife Shona, Ricky Allen, and Hayley Martin and husband Doug all of Griggsville, Il.; eight great-grandchildren, Geoffrey and Hannah Hartlieb of Highland, Il., William DeJaynes of Springfield, Il., and Dryden and Francesca Craven, Austin Allen, and Sheldan and Sage Martin all of Griggsville, Il.; two sisters, Vera Gregory of Lowden, Il., and Margie Donithan and husband Earl of Worden, Il.; a sister-in-law Norma Lee Allen of Pittsfield, Il.; five brothers, Dan Allen and wife Margaret of Jacksonville, Il., Jerry Allen and wife Mary and Homer Allen and wife Betty all of Griggsville, Il., Myrel Allen and wife Cheryl of Camden, Il., and Dale Allen of Rushville, Il.; a brother-in-law, Ron Wagner of Versailles, Il.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Linda Wagner; and four brothers, Clayton, Oren, Bob, and Dick Allen. Mr. Allen was a 32 year employee of Illinois Rural Electric retiring in 1978. He was very active in Boy Scouts at the local and district level, receiving the Silver Beaver Award presented by the Cherokee District in 1979. Carroll and his wife had resided in Texas for the past several years. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday (May 18, 2004) at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville, Il. with Rev. Earl Clagg officiating. Burial will be in Griggsville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday (May 17, 2004) at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Comfort House of McAllen, Tx. or to the Sandy Jo Funk Hospice Program in Harlingen, Tx. both care of the funeral home.

ELOISE ALLEN , 91, of Milton, died Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Eloise Allen, was born near Detroit, Sept. 16, 1919, a daughter to Fay and Eva Fenton Sanderson. Eloise graduated from Milton High School in 1937 and on July 12, 1940, she married Everett Allen in Milton. In earlier years she worked for the General Telephone Office for five years and later worked for Trio Manufacturing in Griggsville. She was a member of the Milton Christian Church, the Ladies’ Aid Society and Montezuma Club. She enjoyed reading, embroidery work, flower and vegetable gardening and canning the vegetables. She is survived by her husband, Everett; one son, Paul (Claudia) Allen of Albuquerque, N.M.; and a daughter, Peggy (Gary) Carsey of Pittsfield. Six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren survive along with two sisters, Katy Hamman of Milton and Mildred Holloway of Pittsfield; one brother, Ray Sanderson of Aurora, Colo.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Eloise was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Geraldine Landess; and a brother, Russell Sanderson. Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Milton Christian Church with Bro. Jerry Edison officiating. Interment was at the Greenpond Cemetery near Pearl. A visitation was Sunday evening from 5-8 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Memorials are suggested to the Milton Christian Church or the Eastside Health Care Activity Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family at info@nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.
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GERALD UDELL ALLEN , age 76, former mayor of Griggsville, Il. died Tuesday morning (December 21, 2010) at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Il. He was born August 8, 1934 near Bee Creek, Il. the 7th child of 13 born to Harry & Lula Ames Allen. Jerry married Mary Lois Slight on March 7, 1958 in Pittsfield, Il. and she survives. In addition to his wife Mary, Jerry is survived by three sons, Tom Allen of Griggsville, Tim Allen and wife Jane of Eldred, Il. and Cary Allen and wife Joyce of Jacksonville, Il.; a daughter, Geri Sue Allen-Hart and husband Neal of Indianapolis, Indiana; eleven grandchildren, Angie Johnson and husband Jeremy of Griggsville, Il., Scott Allen of Jacksonville, Il., Hilary Phillips and husband John of Perry, Il., Cory Allen and wife Christina of Topeka, Kansas, Andrew Allen of Jacksonville, Il., Krystal and Klayton Allen of Barry, Il., Calvin, Sonia, Renzo, & Nate Hart of Indianapolis, Indiana; two great-grandchildren, Ryan Phillips of Perry, Il. and Evie Allen of Topeka, Kansas; four brothers, Dan and Homer Allen both of Griggsville, Il., Myrel Allen of Camden, Il., and Dale Allen of Rushville, Il.; two sisters, Vera Gregory of Waverly, Il. and Margie Donithan of Worden, Il.; a sister-in-law, Vivian Allen of Mission, Texas; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Carroll, Clayton, Bob, Oren, and Dick Allen; and one sister, Linda Wagner. Jerry enjoyed spending his spare time with his children & grandchildren. He also enjoyed tending to his beautiful yard and his two cats Pain & Callie. Jerry was an avid St. Louis Cardinal fan since the age of 6 or 7 when his family got their first radio. He worked at Kopps Lumber Company for almost 30 years and was a friendly face to everyone that entered the building. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need of anything & didn’t know a stranger. Jerry was instrumental in helping return the World Famous Purple Martin Tower to the City of Griggsville during his 8 years as mayor. In addition, Jerry spent 8 years as a Griggsville City Alderman, 8 years as City Treasurer, and 20 years on the Fire Department, four of which he was Fire Chief and also volunteered as an EMT. He was also involved in the Community Christmas Tree, President of the Khoury League & coached both baseball and softball for many years, which was a great joy of his. Jerry was also actively involved with the Jaycees, Western Illinois Fair board, Griggsville Apple Festival Committee and was Griggsville’s Honored Citizen in 1990. A Celebration of Life will be held 8 p.m. Monday (December 27, 2010) at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville, Il. Private burial will be in Griggsville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at the chapel. Memorials may be made to Griggsville Community Christmas Tree, Griggsville Summer League, American Cancer Society or charity of the donor’s choice
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NORMA (BINNS) ALLEN , 77 of Pittsfield, died Saturday morning, August 20, 2005 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. from injuries sustained in an auto accident near Perry, IL. on Friday, August 19, 2005 Born in Pittsfield on November 23,1927, she was a daughter of Raymond and Celo Chamberlain Binns. She graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1947 and then married Clayton L. Allen on February1,1947 in Pittsfield and he preceded her on November 23,1988. She attended the Detroit Christian Church, was very active in the Pike Co. Senior Citizens, a member of the Pittsfield American Legion Post 152 Auxiliary. She loved to read, growing and tending to her flowers and was very active in organizing her class reunion. She had worked in early years at Apps Grocery in Pittsfield and she was retired as customer service rep at Pittsfield Wal-Mart. Survivors: a son Gary Allen of Shawnee,KA., 2 grandchildren, Nathan and Julie Allen both of Quincy,IL.. and 2 great grandchildren DeyDey and Kennedy and a step-father, Wayne McDannald, Pittsfield, IL. Funeral services will be Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at the Detroit Christian Church in Detroit with Bro. Jason Smith officiating. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Pittsfield. Friends may call at Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield on Tuesday, August 23, 2005 after 4 p.m.

SARAH (BURLEND) ALLEN was born in Yorkshire, England, Jan. 21, 1828. She came to America with her parents in 1831, landing at Phillip's Ferry, now Valley City, Nov. 5, of that year. She united with the M. E. church about the year 1846 and remained a faithful member until her death. May 4, 1852, she was married to Francis Allen who died July 23, 1874. Four children were born to them, Lottie M., now Mrs. S. W. Thompson, John W., who died in infancy, Frank E. and David F. Mrs. Allen was a good and true woman, a devoted mother, and the friend of all who knew her; her children shall rise up and call her blessed. She knew that death was near and her business affairs wore all arranged. Her death occurred Dec. 23, 1893, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thompson, near Pittsfield, with whom she had lived for the last twenty years. Funeral services conducted by Rev. P. L. Turner, were. held at Bethel Sunday afternoon, Dec. 24, after which the remains were interred in the cemetery.
OUR MOTHER.
"She bath fallen; fold the robe - O'er the meek heart so pulseless and still;
She bath gone to her Father and ours, And our grief is His glory and will.
The rest which He gives His beloved - Is hers, untroubled and deep;
And because we so loved her we say, - It is well she bath fallen asleep."
Source: A newspaper clipping from an old scrapbook containing Pike County material. Transcribed by Delaine Donaldson

THEODORE ALLEN - b: 31 Jan 1907, Baylis, IL; d: 4 Jan 1977, Pittsfield, IL; bu.: Leon, IA; m: Josephine Beasley (date and place not stated); fa: Asa Allen; MO: (not stated). Wife preceded in death 16Apr1965. Resident of Pittsfield, IL Survived by his wife; two sons: James W. Of Springfield and David T., at home; a granddaughter; a sister: Mrs. Manlieus T. (Ann) Blane of Petersburg; and a brother: John W. "Jack" of Bluffs.
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VASHTI (HOLT) ALLEN - b: 28 Jan 1896, Golden City, MO; d: 27 Feb 1983, Jacksonville IL; bu.: Pittsfield, IL; m: Truman W. Allen, Sr. fa: James Holt; mo: Catherine Metzger. Husband preceded in death in 1951. Resident of the Barton W. Stone Christian Home, Jacksonville, IL; formerly of Pittsfield, IL Survived by a granddaughter.
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DAVID ALLENSWORTH , 53, of New Canton, Ill., died Sunday, Aug. 28, 2005, near El Dara, Ill., due to injuries sustained in a helicopter crash. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, at Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry, Ill. Bert Sapp and Becky Clark will officiate. Burial will be at Samuel Taylor Cemetery in Rockport, Ill. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. today, Aug. 30, at the funeral chapel. There will be a lunch for family and friends at the Community of Christ Church in New Canton following services. Mr. Allensworth was born March 6, 1952, in Hannibal to Herman and Geneva Vaughn Allensworth. He was married to Barbara Cooper on June 24, 1988, in Hannibal. She survives. Other survivors include his parents of New Canton; his wife, Barb, of New Canton; a daughter, Mrs. Rob (Melissa) Baier of Sugar Grove, Ill.; two stepchildren, Mrs. Todd (Cindy) DeJaynes and Mathew Collard, both of Springfield, Ill.; three sisters, Cynthia Allensworth of St. Louis, and Belinda Allensworth and Lori Brown, both of New Canton; a nephew, Nick; one great-niece; and a stepgrandson, Will. Mr. Allensworth was a farmer in the Derry and Pleasant Vale townships and worked as a crop adjuster for Country Companies. He was also area manager for Ag Sources of Nevada, Iowa, and president of Allensworth Aviation Inc. He graduated from West Pike High School in 1970, and attended Bailey Technical School in St. Louis. He was a member of the Pike County Emergency Corps for 30 years and was a member of the New Canton United Methodist Church, the Experimental Aircraft Association and the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Hermie was a certified scuba diver and a member of the New Canton Area Raceway. He enjoyed dressing up at Halloween and was known locally as "Mo-Mo," the monster.

GARRIELL NEWTON ALLENSWORTH , 76, of Monroe City, Mo., and formerly of New Canton, died Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at Monroe City Manor Care Center in Monroe City, Mo. Garrill was born Aug. 11, 1935, at the home of his parents, Casper and Thelma McNary Allensworth on McNary Lane in Pike County. He and Mary Rozanna Kelley were married June 10, 1956 in Hull, and she survives. Garrill attended West Pike High School and was a grain farmer in Pike County. In 1957 Garrill was inducted into the New Canton Masonic Lodge #821 A.F. & A.M. and received his lambskin apron, accepting it as a symbol of the purity of character and behavior in the way he wished to conduct his life. When he brought it home he asked his young wife, Mary, to store it in a save place because it would be used one day during his funeral service. Later that summer, the Sny’s water level rose, threatening to flood his home. Garrill and Mary slept with a suitcase packed and a boat tied to a maple tree in the front yard, in the event that the levee broke. The levee did breach and Garrill and Mary left in the boat carrying with them their most prized possessions – their infant daughter, Cheryl, the top tier of their wedding cake, and the Masonic apron safely tied in a plastic bag to protect it. He was a member of the New Canton Masonic Lodge #821 AF AM for over fifty years and during his fifty year membership he served in offices of Jr. Deacon, Jr. Warden, Sr. Warden, Worshipful Master, Secretary, Chaplain and Treasurer. Garrill was a member of the United Methodist Church of New Canton, IL and was active in the community where he served as Pleasant Vale Township Supervisor and Pleasant Vale Township Board Member, a member of the Pike County Emergency Corp, a volunteer for the New Canton Volunteer Fire Department, a member of the Kinderhook Flying Club, volunteered with the Relay for Life of Ralls County and served as president for two terms in the Villa de Woods Subdivision. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, restoring antique tractors, gardening, puzzles, flying model airplanes, attending auctions, coin collecting, playing cards and dominoes, and carpentry. He is survived by his mother, Thelma Allensworth; his wife, Mary; children, Cheryl (Kenneth) Patterson of Monroe City, Mo., Kelly (Mike) Lundberg of Hull, Kevin (Angela Harrison) Allensworth of DeWitt, Iowa, Tracy Owens of Sterling and Brady Allensworth of Wichita, Kan. Six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren survive along with two sisters, Sandra Vincent of Hull and Janice Shue of Barry. He was preceded in death by a son, Bradley Allensworth in 1958, his father, Casper in 1965, a brother, Lyle “Gene” Allensworth. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, December 8, 2011 at the Niebur Funeral Chapel in Barry with Rev. Sheila Kelly officiating. Visitation will be held Wednesday evening from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Chapel. Interment will be in the Shearer Cemetery near New Canton. Masonic Rites will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday evening by the New Canton Masonic Lodge 812 at the Niebur Funeral Chapel. Memorials are suggested to the United Methodist Church of New Canton
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Lawrence C. and Elva (Gallaher) Allensworth