FRED PARKER Died at his home in New London, Mo., Tuesday, April 17th, 1907, from a complica­tion of diseases, J. Fred Parker, aged 49 years. Mr. Parker has been in poor health for a number of years, and about a year ago was obliged to give up the active management of his drug business. Last summer his disease assumed such a serious form that his physicians could give him no hope for recovery, and an­nounced as their opinion that the end was near. But under a change of treat­ment prescribed by Dr. Geo. Baxter of Chicago, he rallied and soon showed a decided improvement, and for the past few months had been able to go to his store every day, and his condition seemed to warrant a hope for many years of life. It was however a false hope, and two weeks ago he was seized with a severe chill, since which time he was confined to his bed till the end came Tuesday noon. Mr. Parker was the oldest son of Col. E. S. Parker, and was born on the old home farm east of Griggsville, June 30th, 1857. He was married to Miss Mary E Baxter, daughter of Mr. E. W. Baxter, May 18th, 1882. For several years be was employed as a salesman with Baxter & Pratt and in the drug store of his uncle Thos. Parker. Seventeen years ago he moved to New London, Mo , and opened a drug store, in which business he has been success­fully engaged until his death. Fred, as his friends all knew him, was a man of that genial, happy disposition that wins friendship; generous and kind­hearted, all who knew him were his friends. He is survived by his widow, three sons, Ray, Harvey and Henry, and one daughter Helen. Two children pre­ceded him to the better land. The funeral will take place Thursday at 3 p. m. from his late residence. In­terment will be made in the city ceme­tery at New London. Friends here who may wish to attend the funeral can take the west bound morning train and return on the evening train.
Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook

JAMES WILBUR PARKER was born at Griggsville, Ill., Aug. 16, 1865 and died in the same place Jan. 5, 1892, aged 26 years, 4 months, and 20 days. He was married to Miss Anna Anthony Oct. 9, 1884, who, with two little children, mourns his early death. Mr. Parker was one of our quiet, inoffensive citizens. His kindly, generous nature made him many true friends. A large congrega­tion was in attendance at his funeral, although the day was the worst of the season. The services took place Wedn­esday last at the Methodist church, Rev. J. F. Wohlfarth officiating.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

LOUIS W. PARKER - Our citizens were shocked this morning when the word passed around that Louis W. Parker, a life- long resident of Griggsville, had passed away. Mr. Parker has been in very poor health for more than a year, but he kept right on attending to business and getting around as usual, though it was known to many that he was far from a well man. Walking was difficult for him, owing to its causing him shortness of breath. But was not a man to trouble others with his ill-health, rarely complaining although he was doubtless a great sufferer. Heart trouble was the cause. He was up town yesterday and around his usual stopping places, but we have heard the remark this morning that those who saw him remarked that getting around seemed more of a burden to him than usual. This morning he was not able to get around much and with little warning passed peacefully away at his home. Mr. Parker has been engaged in the undertaking business a number of years, and few were as well or better fitted to this occupation than he. Kind, sympathetic, genteel, a gentleman in every sense of the word, his assistance in the home in the dark hours of sadness was a comfort and solice to those bereaved. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. Alice Harshman a Mrs. Lois Dunham, besides other relatives. He was a member of the A. F. & A. M., the I. O. O. F. and several of fraternal organizations. At the time of our going to press we have not heard of funeral arrangements having been made. More complete mention of this honored citizen will be published in our next edition.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

ISABELLA PATTERSON occurred at the residence of her son-in-law, Mr. Henry Digby, at 5:30 o'clock Sunday evening of bronchial asthma. A short funeral service was held on Monday evening at the residence of Simeon Fitch, after which her remains were conveyed to the depot and forwarded on the night train west to St. Louis, the home of her husband, for interment. Mr. Digby and wife accompanied the body.... She was a comparative stranger here....
The Barry Adage Newspaper, Friday, March 11, 1881:

DONALD R. PEECHER , 88, of Tuscola, IL, died at 12:09 a.m., Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at the Tuscola Health Care Center, Tuscola, IL Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 12, 2009 at the Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, 705 South Main Street, Tuscola, IL, with the Rev. Veronica Don officiating. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial with military graveside rites will be held at the Tuscola Township Cemetery. Don was born on April 25, 1921 at Rockport, IL, the son of the late James and Rena Howland Peecher. He married Marjorie Lamb Helm on January 14, 1985 in Las Vegas. NV. She preceded him in death on October 7, 2004. He was one of ten children. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Surviving is one brother: Lawrence Peecher of Redmond, WA, 2 Step-Daughters: Valerie Nance and husband: Micky of Barlow, KY and Linda Terril and husband: Dennis of Atwood, IL, 2 Grandchildren and 5 Great-Grandchildren Don was a US Army Veteran of World War II, having served as a machine gunner with the 105th infantry. During his tour of duty, he received the Asiatic Pacific Ribbon, Good Conduct Ribbon, Combat Infantryman Badge, 2 Bronze Service Stars, 4 Overseas Bars and 1 Service Stripe. Mr. Peecher retired from U.S. Industrial Chemical Plant in May 1985. He was a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars and he received a Patriotic Citizen Award. Don enjoyed traveling, reading, gardening and spending time with his
From Betty Peecher - Contributed by Billie Browning

EDWIN W. PEECHER , 89, of Tuscola, IL, died at 4:20 A.M., Friday, June 20, 2008 at the Tuscola Healthcare Center, Tuscola, IL. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, June 22, 2008 at the Hilligoss Shrader Funeral Home, 705 South Main St., Tuscola, IL with Rev. Kenneth Roedder officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M., Sunday, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Tuscola Township Cemetery with military graveside rites accorded. Mr. Peecher was born January 14, 1919 in Atlas, IL to James and Rena Howland Peecher. He married Lenora G. Oliver in Shelbyville, KY on September 8, 1945. In 1953, he was preceded in death by their daughter: Pamela, five years of age. He is also preceded in death by his Sisters: Olive and Elizabeth and his Brothers: Fred, Walter and Maurice. Surviving are his Wife and Daughters: Adella Sefrhans and William of Cherry Valley, IL; Cynthia Baer and Greg of Tuscola, IL; Cynthia’s Sons: Brandon T. Lust of Tuscola, IL; and Charles T. Lust and his wife: Shelly of Collinsville, IL and a Great Grandson: Thomas Oliver Lust. He is also survived by his Sister: Lola Peecher of Tuscola and Brothers: Donald Peecher of Tuscola and Lawrence Peecher of Redmond, Washington. Mr. Peecher was a U.S. Army Veteran, who served at Guadalcanal and other stations in the Pacific Theatre. Sgt. Peecher met his wife, Pfc. Lenora Oliver, at Fort Knox, Kentucky, where she was stationed on active duty in the U.S. Women’s Army Corps. After being discharged, Edwin and Lenora lived in Louisiana, MO, where he worked for Stark Brothers Nursery for 5 years until he found a job at the Bureau of Mines as an operator making gas from coal. After the closing of that plant, he was one of the first operating engineers hired at the National Petro Chemical Company in Tuscola. He moved his family from Missouri to Arcola in 1954 and has resided in Tuscola since 1957. He retired from Quantum in 1982 and since then devoted his time to his greatest loves, his family, especially taking his grandsons fishing in Minnesota. He was an avid college basketball fan and a dedicated gardener.
From Betty Peecher - Contributed by Billie Browning

FRED PEECHER - October 5, 1915 Atlas IL - February 14, 2008 Anaheim, California
Service Fri. February 22, 2008 1:00 PM Covenant Presbyterian Church Orange, California
Officiant Pastor Stan Van Den Berg - Interment Loma Vista Memorial Park Fullerton, CA
Contributed by Billie Browning

JAMES W. PEECHER , 89, of Rockport, died in his home a 5 Monday afternoon, July 15, 1963. Mr. Peecher was born in Pike County , August 17, 1873, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Peecher. He was a retired farmer. Surviving are his wife, Rena; six son, Walter, Donald and Morris of Rockport, Edwin of Tuscola, Lawrence of the state of Washington and Fred of Los Angeles, Calif., a daughter, Miss Lola Peecher of Rockport, and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 in Sutter funeral home in Pittsfield , with the Rev. Kent Sanderson officiating. Burial will be in Summer Hill cemetery.

L. KENNETH PEECHER , age 87, died at 1:32 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2005, at Anderson Hospital in Maryville. He was born on Oct. 28, 1918, near Summer Hill, the son of the late Luther and Nellie Howland Peecher. He married Audry Jean Wildt on Nov. 15, 1947. She preceded him in death on June 5, 2005. He is survived by two children: Sandi Peecher Schwartz and husband, Bob of Edwardsville, and John Peecher and friend, Scott Brigham of St. Louis; four grandchildren: Mary Schwartz Westerhold and husband, Jeff of Glen Carbon, Debbie Schwartz Friedman and husband, Frank of Lexington, Va., Len Schwartz and wife, Monica and Stephen Schwartz and friend, Stephanie Sirko, all of Hamel; six great-grandchildren; two brothers: George Peecher and wife, Betty Lou of Louisiana, Mo., and Lester Peecher and wife, Joyce of Minneapolis, Minn.; and two sisters: Edna Browning and husband, Bill of Pittsfield, and Ruth Keller and husband, Dick of Chicago. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by five brothers: Raymond, David, Herschel, Charles and Alfred Peecher; and a sister: Mary Hooper Kneiss. Mr. Peecher was employed by the Standard Oil Company and later by Wood River School District No. 15 for 22 years, retiring in 1980. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during World War II with distinction for four years. He enjoyed gardening and being a handy-man. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 26, at Greenpond Christian Church in Pearl. Funeral services will begin at noon on Saturday, Nov. 26, at the church. Interment will be at Greenpond Cemetery.

LAWRENCE PEECHER , 96, died May 19, 2010, at the Health and Rehab Center in North Seattle, Wash. He was born Sept. 14,1913, to James and Rena Howland Peecher of Rockport. Lawrence was 'a World War II Army veteran, as were his five brothers. He spent most of his life in the Northwest in the Seattle area. He loved the great outdoors and the mountains of Washington state. Lawrence was the last of the 10 children of James and Rena, his generation now deceased. He is survived by the family of his broth­er, Fred Peecher, of California and the family of his brother, Edwin Peecher, of Illinois. Lawrence will be laid to rest with his family in the Summer Hill Cemetery. Airsman-Hires Funeral Home in Pittsfield, was in charge of the arrangements
Contributed by Billie Browning

LOLA M. PEECHER , age 92, of Tuscola, and formerly of Pike County. died Monday morning (Sept. 14, 2009) at the Tuscola Healthcare Center in Tuscola, .She was born April 17, 1917 in Atlas, daughter of the late James and Rena Howland Peecher. She was the sixth of 10 children. The oldest, a daughter, was lost at birth. Two other sisters, Elizabeth, the second child ,and Olive, the youngest, did not survive childhood. Lola was treasured by her three older and three younger brothers. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Walter, Fred, Edwin and Maurice, and survived by brothers, Donald Peecher of Tuscola. Lawrence Peecher of Redmond, Wash. She is also survived by three nieces, three nephews, three great-nephews, one great-niece and one great-great-nephew. In 2004, Miss Peecher left the home she owned in Rockport. and came to Tuscola to be near her family. Until that time she lived her entire life in the beautiful hills and hollows of Pike County that border Illinois' and Mississippi bottom land. Always a kind and generous person, dedicated to her family, she loved life and loved to laugh. Graveside services will be held 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, at Summer Hill Cemetery in Summer Hill. There will be no visitation
Contributed by Billie Browning

MARY (McDOWELL) PEECHER , 90, of Detroit, died, Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008, at the Eastside Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Pittsfield. Mary was born in Piggott, Ark. to Lester D. and Etta Polston McDowell. She married Aaron Peecher. She operated the Detroit Café and Grocery Store in Detroit. She was also a housekeeper/laundry and worked for Bill and Eileen Ellis in their home, Cozy Artman/Susan and Tom Hurd. She enjoyed sewing, baking and cooking. She loved Canary birds. Survivors include three nephews, Sonny (Peg) Anderson, Charles McDowell and Les McDowell; four nieces, Lila Paull, Carla Capers, Janie Saab and Debbie Steele; and several great nieces and nephews; one brother, Bernie (Eloise) McDowell. She was preceded by a brother, L. D. McDowell and one sister, Ella Stanley. Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield with Bro. Jerry Edison officiating. Burial will be at the Smith Cemetery, Milton. Lunch will be served following the services at the Detroit Town Hall. Visitation will be held Thursday, Nov. 13, from 5 till 7 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home, Pittsfield. Memorials are to the Smith Cemetery or donor's choice. Condolences to the family may be sent to info@neiburfh.com. The Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the services.
Contributed by Billie Browning

GLEN PENCE , age 25, of Barry was drowned off the coast of Africa a few days ago according to advises received by his father, a rural mail carrier out of Barry post office. Young Pence was in the Marines during the world war and saw active service. After his discharge from the service he entered the Merchant Marine. There are few particulars, except that he was rowing ashore when the accident that cost him his life happened. Young Pence was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Pence of Barry and grew up in that community. He was a graduate of the Barry High School, class of 1917. During his service in the Marines he qualified as an expert wireless operator. He was second engineer on an American vessel and had visited in Barry last summer. He is survived by his parents and one brother, Max Pence. (Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Pike County Times December 2, 1927)

A cablegram from the American Consul in Africa to Mrs. Eunice Pence, in this city, late Wednesday evening conveyed the news of the death of her son, Glenn J. Pence. According to the message he was drowned off the coast of South Africa and his body was recovered but no further details were given. Glenn Pence was born at Barry Illinois, October 4, 1898, a son of Charles and Eunice Pence. He grew to young manhood in this city and graduated from Barry High school with the class of 1917. Soon after the United States entered the World War Glenn J. Pence, Walter E. Hess and Henry E. Wendorff, all Barry boys, and pals, enlisted in the United States Navy and were stationed at the Great Lakes for some months. Glen Pence’s body will be brought back from South Africa to his old home town, where he is loved and honored. It will necessarily be some time before his remains arrive here for burial and relatives and friends are doing all they can to lighten the load of grief his death has brought to Charles and Eunice Pence.
Contributed by Margart Rutledge (undated newspaper clipping page 54)

HAROLD R. PENCE - b. 9 May 1928, Winchester, IL; d. 21 Jan 1986, Rushville, IL; Bu.: Samuel Taylor Cem., near Rockport, IL; resident of Rockport; M. Frances E. Sanders on 24 Apr 1948 at Winchester, IL; Fa.: Harry Lee Pence; Mo.: Florence Christinson; Survived by his wife; two sons: Gary of Rockport and Richard of LaHarpe; four daughters: Mrs. Eugene (Judy) Damon and Mrs. Kevin (Sandra) Payne, both of Rockport, Mrs. James (Joyce) Kurtz of Louisiana, MO, and Cathy Pence of Baylis; two brothers: Lloyd of Nevada, MO and James of Jacksonville; seven sisters: Mrs. Mary Harshman and Mrs. Georgia Soloway, both of Rockport, Mrs. Betty Nelson of Alton, Mrs. Oma Baker of White Hall, Mrs. Kay Higby of Galesburg, Mrs. Rosemary Miller of Pittsfield and Mrs. Dorothy Little of Woodson; 12 grand and two step grandchildren; Preceded by a brother, a sister and an infant son.
Contributed by Kathy Robinson -

JOHN PENCE - There was a sad and pathetic scene on a Missouri Pacific train last Monday night. An old man named John Pence and wife, of Barry, Illinois had been to Kansas to visit a son and on their way home, after the train had past Warrensburg, the old man was taken quite ill, and Col. Crittenden and a couple of other gentlemen on the train went to his assistance and did what they could for him, but they soon saw that death was nigh. When Col. Crittenden informed the aged wife that her husband would soon die, she knelt down in the car and offered an eloquent and pathetic prayer, during which time the chains of death prevailed and there were no dry eyes. The old man, who was 77 years of age, died in about a half hour, and the remains were taken off at Sedalia, placed in a coffin and passed through here Tuesday, enroute to Barry (Monroe City, MO)
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Barry Adage July 9, 1880

ALFRED A. PETTY b. 22 Sep 1910, Rockport, IL; d. 6 Feb 1984, Pico Riveria, CA; Bu.: Samuel Taylor Cem., near Rockport, IL; Army Veteran; M. (not given); Fa.: Warren Petty; Mo.: Myrtle Brokaw; Survived by two daughters: Mrs. Gloria Ollendick of Azusa, CA and Mrs. Roberta Gross of Lake Station, IN; one sister: Mrs. Hilda Neumann of Louisiana, MO; ten grand and five great-grandchildren.
Contributed by Kathy Robinson

AMELIA MYRTLE (BROKAW) PETTY daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Brokaw was born June 8, 1882 and died Wednesday, November 27, 1963. She had been a member of the Methodist church many years. On April 6, 1905, she was married to Warren Petty who died April 28, 1944. An infant also preceded her in death. She is survived by a son, Alfred Petty of Gary , Ind. , two daughters, Mrs. Tom (Nora D.) Jones of Rockport and Mrs. G. (Hildah) Neumann of Louisiana, Mo., three brothers, Sherman Brokaw of St. Charles, Mo., Z. M. Brokaw and M. J. Brokaw of Oakland, California, and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Warren Petty operated a general store in Rockport for a number of years. Funeral services were held at the Rockport Methodist Church , Friday afternoon at 2, the Rev. Dean Benton officiating. Mrs. James H. Pratt sang, accompanied by Mrs. L. O. Gay. Casket escorts were: Bill Stout, Richard (Dick) Crim, L. E. Garner, Bill Harpole, Wm. (Bud) Blackledge and Archie Wells. Interment was in the Samuel Taylor Cemetery . Those who attended from out of town were: Mrs. Marion Walton and Mrs. Ruth Wise of Quincy; Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Brokaw, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Brokaw, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brokaw and Herbert Brokaw of St. Charles, Mo.; Mr. and Mrs. G. Neumann and family of Louisiana, Mo.; Elijah Petty of Barry; Mrs. Georgia Mosley and daughter, Mrs. Dunker of Hull; Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Grady of Kinderhook; Alfred Petty of Gary, Indiana; Mrs. Earl Kendrick of New Canton.

BRUZELLA PHILLIPS - "The dwelling of Bruzella Phillips, who resides near Rockport, was totally destroyed by fire Wednesday night. The origin of the fire is not known, but when discovered it had gained such headway that but little of the contents could be saved. The house and contents were insured."
Contributed by Kathy Robinson - From a Quincy Newspaper dated March 12 - year not known

DELBERT LEROY PHILLIPS , 48, of Capac, Mich., formerly of Fieldon died at 8 pm Tuesday in Lapeer, Mich., following an automobile accident. He had been a schoolteacher in Fieldon and Utica, Mich., and was born in Hamburg, a son of Armpstead and Margaret (Hannel) Phillips of Jerseyville. In addition to his parents, surviving are his wife, the former Doris Cope; two sons, Delber, Jr. of Summerfield, Florida, and Derick of Wayne, Mich.; two Daughters, Jessie Aguinaga of Imlay City, Mich., and Kristy at home, six grandchildren; three Brothers, Allen of Taylorville, and James and Simion, both of Jerseyville; and one Sister, Shirley Morrow of Rockport. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 pm Monday at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home in Jerseyville, where services will be conducted at 1 pm Tuesday with the Rev. V. Clay Noah, Jr. Officiating. Burial will be in the Fieldon cemetery.

Obit #2 - Former Fieldon Resident Delbert Leroy Phillips sr, 48, of Capac, Mich., died 24 December 1986 in an automobile accident at Imlay City, Mich. He was born in Hamburg to S. Armpstead and Margaret (Hannel) Phillips. He was a teacher in the Utica Michigan school system and had taught in the Unit 100 School District in Fieldon. Survivors include his wife, Doris Jean (Cope) Phillips of Capac; Sons Delbert L. Jr. of Summerfield, Florida, and Dereck Wayne at home; daughters Jessie Ann Aguinago of Imlay City and Kristy Lynette at home; parents S. Armpstead and Margaret Phillips; brothers Allen of Taylorville and James and Simmeon , both of Jerseyville; sister Shirley Morrow of Rockport; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by brother Ronald. Visitation was 28 December at Utica, Mich., and December 30 at Jacoby Brothers Funeral Home in Jerseyville. The funeral was 31 December with the Rev. V. Clay Noah officiating. Burial was in the Fieldon cemetery.

EDWARD M. PHILLIPS - The funeral services of Mr. E. M. Phillips. One of the oldest residents was conducted at his late home Friday afternoon, May 10th at 2 o'clock. He was born Dec. 22, 1820 and therefore over 80 years of age. He was married in 1852 to Elizabeth Nesbett, who died about 14 years ago. Mr. Phillips moved from Kentucky to this state when eight years of age and has been here ever since. He had a remarkable memory and could give dates of the principal events of his experience with accuracy. A few weeks ago, the Press published a very interesting article from him describing many leading events in the history of this vicinity. At the same time, an excellent picture of him was printed as a supplement. Very early to life, he united with the Methodist Episcopal church and remains a faithful and consistent member until his death Wednesday morning, May 8th 1891. Six of his nine children are living. He was buried at Bethel beside his wife. Together they now enjoy the mansion prepared for them.
From the website of Gene Clark / World Connect (Edward Philips is not listed in the cemetery book for Bethel Cemetery - must be unmarked grave)

ELIZABETH (NESBITT) PHILLIPS was born in Bath county, Kentucky, on the 27th day of Nov., 1830. She came t this State and settled with her parents in this Township in the year, 1851. She was married to Edward M. Phillips, on the 4th day of Mar. 1852. To them were born nine children, of whom six: three sons and three daughters still survive her—three having died in infancy. She united with the Methodist Episcopal Church in the year 1857, and has always lived a consistent Christian life from that time until her death. She died on the 6th day of May 1887, aged 56 years 5 months and 19 days. Her funeral was preached at the family residence, Sunday May 8, at 1:30, p. m., by Rev. W F. T. Spruill, after which the remains were taken to Bethel cemetery for burial. A large concourse of friends were present at the services at the house and at the cemetery.
(Submitted by Sandi Donaldson from a newspaper clipping from a Pike county scrapbook)

FRANCIS A. PHILLIPS was born in Clark county, KY, Dec. 12, 1824. Emigrated to Griggsville Oct. 22, 1828 where he was married to Mary Elliott March 29, 1849. Enlisted in the Civil War Feb. 11, 1864 as a volunteer in the 73rd Regiment Co H IL Inf. and was transferred to 44th IL Inf. June 1865. United with the M.E. Church Dec. 1851. After the close of the war he lived on his farm four miles south of Griggsville where he died Jan. 12, 1898. He leaves a wife, four children and two brothers to mourn his loss. Mr. Phillips was buried in the Bethel cemetery, the funeral being conducted by the pastor, Rev. N. English, assisted by the members of his Post. During the funeral services his casket was spread with the beautiful silk flag which was given to his company when they went to the front. Within its sacred folds is recorded the names of those of the company who have died and in the nature of things it cannot be a great many years hence before the roster will be complete.
Found in the 1984 Spring issue of "A Peek at Pike"
Military Honors

GARY R. PHILLIPS , 60, of Pittsfield, died on January 8, 2008, at his residence in rural Pittsfield. He was born on June 7, 1947, in Pittsfield, Illinois, to Arthur L. and Mildred D. Hanlin Phillips. He was married to Pauline (Pat) Phillips. She survives. Mr. Phillips worked as a State Policeman for the Illinois State Police for eleven years. He was also a truck driver and a barber in Griggsville,Illinois. Proceeded in death by his parents: Arthur and Mildred Phillips. Graveside services will be held on Friday, January 11, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. at the Griggsville Cemetery, Griggsville, IL. with Brother Keith Warner officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 11, 2008, from noon until 1:00 P.M. at the Niebur Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Griggsville Cemetery.

JAMES EDWARD PHILLIPS , 89 of Detroit, and formerly of Valley City, died Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at his home. He was born Feb. 29, 1920 in Detroit, a son of the late Arnold Edward and Nellie Alice Robinson Phillips. He married Marian Geneva Crawford May 30, 1942 and she survives. He is also survived by five sons, James Phillips and wife Della of Kingman, Ariz., Scott Phillips and wife Rhonda of Orlando, Fla., Rick Phillips and wife Velma of Valley City, Clyde Phillips and wife Gladys of Dallas, Texas and Thomas Phillips of Orlando; two daughters, Marian Alice Brooks of Clarksville, Tenn. and Tonya Reel and husband Marvin of Detroit; a sister, Anna Maxine Garret of Griggsville; 21 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchil­dren; 13 great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two very special neighbors, Dick and Nancy Lomellino of Detroit He was preceded in death by his parents and six brothers, Arthur, Arnold Jr., Lawrence, Eugene, Frank and Earl W. Phillips and one sister, Margaret Phillips. He was also preceded in death by two sons, John Henry and Earl L. Phillips, as well as one grandson, Brian Todd Brooks and one great-granddaugh­ter, Brittany Brooks. James worked as a farmhand as a young boy and then bought a farm in the Chambersburg bottoms where he married Marian in 1942 and started his family. He lived there until 1952 when he moved off of the farm to Valley City, where he purchased the gas station and grocery store and ran and operated it. In 1955 he went to work for Bergman meat packing company in Griggsville and helped build the business in Pittsfield. He worked for The Bergman Meat Packing Company until he retired after 25 years. He continued to reside at his home in Valley City, where he had raised his children, until June of 2004 when he returned to Detroit. James loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them as well as fishing, playing cards, and gardening. He was a avid St. Louis Cardinal fan and also enjoyed help­ing others and believed that when there was work to do, it was time to get it done. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at the Airsman-I I ires Chapel in Griggsville. Burial will be in Griggsville Cemetery. Visitation will be held 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at the cha­pel. Memorials may be made to Blessing Hospice of Pike County or donor's choice,
Contributed by Billie Browning from Pike Press

LINDA MAE PHILLIPS , 53, of Virginia, and formerly of Griggsville, died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. She was born Feb. 20, 1955 in Pittsfield a daughter of Jimmie O. and Edna Mae Jobe Phillips. Surviving are her parents, Jimmie and Edna Phillips of Griggsville; three sisters, Lois Kay Slater and husband John of Naperville, Libby Ann Phillips of Tulsa, Okla., and Loretta Sue Maize and husband Gregory of Hannibal, Mo,.; two nieces, Sarah Slater of Naperville and Marilyn Maize of Hannibal; two nephews, Leland Maize of Point Lookout, Mo. and John P. Slater of Naperville. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Fred and Jessie Jobe and paternal grandparents, David "Penny" and Ruth Phillips and Leo Smith. Linda was a 1973 graduate of Griggsville High School in Griggsville and a graduate of Western Illinois University in Macomb with a bachelors degree in Library Science. Following school, Linda worked at the Griggsville Public Library before becoming the head librarian at the Virginia Public Library in Virginia Oct. 1, 1985. She obtained numerous grants for the library. She was a member of the Griggsville Christian Church. Linda especially enjoyed directing children's programs at the library, doing crafts and was an avid flower gardener. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, at the Griggsville Christian Church in Griggsville with Dr. Gregory Maize officiating. Burial was in Griggsville Cemetery. Visitation was held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at the Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville.
Contributed by Billie Browning

MARGARET E. PHILLIPS , 90 of Griggsville Estates and formerly of Pittsfield passed away Friday, October 8, 2010 at the Griggsville Estates in Griggsville, IL. Margaret was born November 19, 1919 in Barry, IL a daughter to Charles Francis and Sara Ann Doughtery Dark. Margaret retired in 1987 from Illini Community Hospital as a dietary assistant. In her previous years she attended the Calvary Baptist Church, was involved in Girl Scouting and the VFW Women’s Auxiliary. She enjoyed quilting, collecting salt and pepper shakers and had collected hundreds of the shakers. She loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by three daughters, Vickie Stewart of Lockhart, S.C., Carol (Grant) England of St. James, Mo., Pete (Patty) Vannatta of St. James, MO., and Ann (Roger) Mitchell of Pittsfield. Fourteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, eleven great-great-grandchildren along with one brother, Paul Dark of Des Moines, Iowa and a sister, Viola Starr of Centralia, IL survive Margaret. Margaret was preceded in death by siblings, Virginia Dark, Helen Smith, Annabelle Higgins, Rosella Keller, Charles Dark, Jr., Lyndell Dark, and two brothers in infancy and a great grandson, John Michael Vannatta. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, October 10, 2010 at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield with Rev. Dale Gadberry officiating. Interment will be in the Pittsfield West Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Contributed by Billie Browning

MARILYN JEAN PHILLIPS , passed away at her home in Oakton, Virginia on the morning of Saturday, October 15th, 2011. Among four brothers, she was the only daughter of Esther Mary Peters and Donald Fredrick Hannant of Griggsville, Illinois. Marilyn was born in Pittsfield, Illinois on August 3, 1944; she was 67 years old. On October 28, 1967 she married Robert Paul Phillips at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in Arlington, VA. In her 44 incredible years of marriage to Robert, she travelLed the globe with him and had four children, imparting to them her devotion to God and charity to others. Marilyn loved summers in New Brunswick at their Campobello Island residence. She was an enthusiastic bird watcher and rock collector and enjoyed, immensely, strolls along the rocky beaches. She was the co-captain on their boat, the Marilyn J, and loved the trips around the island and whale watching with her husband. She freely gave her time to those in need and had a knack of easily making friends wherever she went. She was also a devoted Grandmother, spending time each week with her grandkids after school. Marilyn was a devout Catholic and prayed the Sacred Scripture each morning and the Rosary each afternoon. As a testament to her faith, she shared much of her time and talents by volunteering at her faith community at St. Mark's Catholic Church. She co-developed Helping Hands Ministry and coordinated volunteers to make meals, provide transportation, and make visits to the homebound and elderly. She organized yearly luncheons to connect the generations of school-aged children to the seniors as well as arranged entertainment and home cooked foods. Her desire to serve others and share her gifts and talents has enriched many lives and leaves her memory as a legacy to be emulated. She will be missed greatly, yet her spirit lives on in those who knew her.

RONALD L. PHILLIPS , Funeral services were held 29 May (1976) for Ronald L. Phillips, 34, of 703 Wabash St., Jerseyville. Rev. Everett Chambers officiated and burial was in Oak Grove cemetery. He was born 13 September 1941 in Fieldon, the son of Armpstead and Margaret Hannel Phillips. He served with the United States Air Force during Vietnam as an air controller. He died at 5:30 pm 26 May at John Cochran hospital where he had been a patient for five months. He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Leroy of Mozier, Allen of Morrisonville and James and Simmeon of Jerseyville; a sister, Mrs. Gary (Shirley) Morrow of Rockport; his grandmother, Mrs. Amanda Reed of Moberly, Missouri, and six nieces and six nephews.

WILLIAM L. PHILLIPS , age 80 of New Canton, died Tuesday, Aug. 16 in the Barry Community Care Center. Bill was born in New Canton Jan. 25, 1931, a son of William Henry and Elizabeth K. ( Gill ) Phillips. He married Mary Jo Horton in New Canton Dec. 10, 1950, she survives in New Canton. Bill is also survived by a daughter Cherry Miller and her husband, Larry, of Bosworth, Mo. and three sons, Bruce Phillips and wife, Trina, Mark Phillips and wife, Anita, and Roy Anthony Phillips, all of New Canton. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Derrick Phillips and Margo, Jessica Phillips and Jeromy, Jacob Phillips and Joshua Phillips, all of New Canton as well as Samantha and Joshua Borden of Hull. Great grandchildren are Mackenzie, Madison and Miley Phillips and Haylee and Gage Smith of New Canton. Two sisters also survive, Mrs. Will ( Eleanor ) Fee of Barry and Mrs. Jack (Phyllis) Perne of Kansas City, Mo. He was preceded in death by a sister, Leatha Lee. Bill was a carpenter by trade and liked to hunt, fish and work in his garden. He was a life long member of the New Canton Community of Christ Church and served in Priesthood for more than 40 years. He was an active participant in local community events. Visitation was Friday, Aug. 19 from 6-8 p.m. in Kirgan Funeral Home Barry. Funeral services were held Saturday Aug. 20 at 10 a.m. in the Funeral Home with burial in Shearer cemetery New Canton. Memorials are suggested to the New Canton Community of Christ Church
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JOHN PICKUP , a resident of this city for over fifty years, died very suddenly at the family home north of town last Friday morning at 4 o'clock. Mr. Pickup had been in his usual state of health on retiring the night before. When Mrs. Pickup awakened on Friday morning she found him in an unconscious condition and his death occurred within a few minutes. An inquest was held over the remains and the jury returned a verdict that death was caused from apoplexy.

Mr. Pickup was born in Aldon, England, on April 9, 1851, and was 66 years, 3 months and 11 days of age. When only nine years old he came across the ocean with his parents, the trip on the water lasting six weeks and five days. On December 30, 1874, Mr. Pickup was united in marriage to Miss Ella Bixby. The wedding took place at the home of Mrs. Lucy Williams, now known as the Thos. Ward farm. Soon after their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Pickup moved to the place they now occupy, and have lived there ever since, with the exception of four years they lived in Columbus, Kansas. Mr. Pickup has always been extensively engaged in the gardening and truck business. He is survived by his wife and three children, Edward of Springfield, William of Peoria, and Mrs. Ernest Duff of Pittsfield, nine grandchildren and two sisters, Hannah and Jane of Philadelphia, Pa. He was a man of excellent habits, fine moral character, and sturdy constitution and he continued to be active past the age at which men ordinarily drop out of the ranks of workers. He was a practical, matter-of-fact man, but had his own peculiar way of taking merriment from life as he went along. His best monument will be the good report that he left behind him in the community in which he lived a half century. Funeral services took place from the home Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock, and were in Charge of Rev. W.R. Leslie, pastor of the M.E. Church. Interment was in the west Cemetery.
Contributed by Mindy Doellman from the Pike County Republican 25 Jul 1917

FRANCIS (HOGAN) PIPE , 88, of 2210 Cherry Lane Estates, a former Quincy teacher, died at 10:08 p.m. Saturday (June 4, 1994) in Blessing Hospital. Born May 13, 1906, in Hull, Mrs Pipe was a daughter of John T. and Lois Kenady Hogan. She married Russell Pipe June 18, 1931, in Quincy. He survives. Mrs. Pipe was a 1925 graduate of Quincy High School and attended Western Illinois State Teachers College in Macomb. She taught kindergarten and first grade in Quincy Public School system during the 1930s and 40s. She was a member of Luther Memorial Church and the Women's City Club. Survivors also include a son, John R. of Dunlap; two grandchildren, Brian and Chris Pipe of Dunlap; and two nieces. Mrs. Pipe was preceded in death by a sister, Eulelia Benthrop. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Hansen Spear Funeral Home by the Rev. Floyd Anderson. Burial will be in Quincy Memorial Park. Visitation will be held 9-11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Luther Memorial Church.
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RUSSELL WILLIAM PIPE , married Frances Emily Hogan 18 June 1931, Quincy, Illinois. Frances was born 13 May 1906, Hull, Pike County, Illinois, daughter to John T. Hogan and Lois Emily (Kenady) Hogan. They have one son John Russell Pipe 10 April 1947, Quincy, Illinois. Russell played tenor saxophone in the Junior Musolino Orchestra, formerly the Joe Bonansinga Orchestra in 1938. Later Russell worked for the Illinois State Bank. Russell Pipe retiring, Illinois Bank official December 26, 1971 A 33-year-career ends for one of the best known members of the Quincy banking business on Thursday evening with the announcement of the retirement of Russell W. Pipe at a party at Quincy Country Club. Fellow officials and employees of Illinois State Bank will pay tribute to a man and a record that ranged from rookie proof clerk in 1938 up through the entire organization to the vice presidency, commercial loans and operations. "His advice and counsel will be sorely missed, as will his friendly and cooperative sprit." a fellow Illinois State Bank official said of Pipe. "His vast experience spans myriad changes in the banking industry from hand and machine posting to the computer age. He met all challenges head-on, giving many of them his personal attention from the start to finish" Stepping down from day-to-day responsibilities that only World War II had interrupted after its start on April 1, 1938. Pipe now will be free to travel and pursue known vocational entrusts of golf and bowling, fishing and the entire spectrum of spectator sports. Incidentally, banking while the major career interest, actually succeeded more brief stints with Tenk Hardware Company, 1926-28, and Knollenberg Milling Company and a few years as a professional musician traveling through the southern and eastern U.S.. Born in Quincy on October 15, 1908, he is one of the four children of George and Lydia A. Vahle Pipe. He received his education at St. James Lutheran parochial school, Webster school and Quincy Senior High, from which he was graduated in 1926. Pipe attended Gem City Business College, 1932-33, completing courses in higher accounting. He also completed courses in the American Institute of Banking, leading to the standard certificate plus advanced work in financial statement analysis. In 1952-53 he concluded a correspondence course in federal income tax accounting through Commerce Clearing House. Pipe and Frances Hogan were married on June 18, 1931 and now live at 2 Hilltop Drive.

They are the parents of one son, John R. Pipe. Entering the Navy in June, 1943, Pipe received his boot training at Great Lakes and further instructions at the Fleet School of Music in San Diego, California. After that came a 22- month stint as a Navy bandsman on Attu, one of the Aleutian Islands. He was discharged in November 1945. From his start with the bank on 1938, Pipe moved in June, 1939 to bookkeeper. After returning from service he was a teller in the commercial department from December 1, 1945 to January 1, 1951; supervisor of the bookkeeping department until 1952, when he became an officer and received the appointment as auditor. On Sept.15, 1955, he received the additional responsibility of assistant cashier. Serving as commercial loan officer and in operations as an assistant vice president from January, 1956, to February 1958, he attained the title of vice president, commercial loans and operations, a post in which he has served since An active member of Luther Memorial Church, Pipe is affiliated with many professional and civic groups. He is a charter member of the Quincy Chapter, American Business Club and its first treasurer; member and former treasurer of Quincy Chapter, National Association of accountants; former board member Adams County Association for the Crippled; former treasurer of Adams County TB Association; and organizer of the Quincy Chapter, National Association of Bank Audit and Control, now the Bank Administration Institute Russell played tenor saxophone in the Junior Musolino Orchestra, formerly the Joe Bonansinga Orchestra in 1938. Obituary Quincy Herald- Whig Wednesday April 19, 2000 Russell W. Pipe Russell W. Pipe, 91, of the Good Samaritan Home, formerly of 2210 Cherry Lane Estates, died Monday (April 17, 2000) in the home. He was born Oct. 15, 1908, in Quincy, a son of George and Lydia Vahle Pipe. On June 18, 1931 he married Frances Hogan in Quincy. She died June 4, 1994. Mr. Pipe worked for Illinois State Bank for 33 years, where he was vice president of commercial loans and operations and retired as executive vice president in 1971. Prior to his banking career, he was a professional musician. He played tenor saxophone throughout the Southern and Eastern United States with the Bob Grayson Orchestra and Junior Musolino Orchestra. He was a charter member of the Quincy Chapter of American Business Club and was its first treasurer. He was a former member of the National Association of Accountants.

He also was a former board member of the Adam County Association for the Crippled, where he was a volunteer at Camp Callahan. Mr. Pipe was a former treasurer of the Adams County Tuberculosis Association. He was organizer of the Quincy Chapter of the National Association of Bank Audit and Control. Mr. Pipe was an active member of Luther Memorial Church for many years. He was an active golfer. He was a graduate of Quincy High School and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II Survivors include a son, John Pipe and his wife, Judy, of Peoria. Two grandsons, John Brian Pipe of Dallas, Texas and Christian Mathew Pipe of Peoria, two ices, Mrs. Bob (Lois) Suddath of Sun City, Ariz. and Mrs. Richard (Nancy) Lakey of Witchita, Kan.; two nephews, Thomas Foster of Hanibal Mo. and David Stratton of York, Pa.; and a sister-in-law, Lillian Pipe of Quincy He was preceded in death by his wife; two brothers, George and Eugene; and a sister, Ethel Stratton Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Hanson-Spear Funeral Home by the Rev. Leland Uden. Burial will be in Quincy Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Luther Memorial Church
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ERNEST POTTER JR , 70, of Pleasant Hill, died Saturday, May 15, 2010, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy. Ernest was born Jan. 25, 1940, in Missouri, a son of Ernest Earl, Sr. and Florence Woratzeck Potter. He married Juanita R. Johnston Oct. 6, 1963, in Pleasant Hill and she survives. Ernest had been employed in construction for Morton Buildings and later for Kamar Builders in Pittsfield. He was a U.S. Army veteran and he enjoyed working on cars and mowing yards. Ernest was of the Baptist faith. Survivors include his wife, Juanita R. Potter of Pleasant Hill; a son, Clifford Potter of Pleasant Hill; a daughter, Tina Jones of Pleasant Hill; a granddaughter, Lauren Jones of Pleasant Hill; a brother, Harold Potter of Bowling Green, Mo.; and a sister, Hope Niffen of Pleasant Hill; also numerous nieces and nephews. Ernest was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Clifford A. Potter, and by three sisters, Shirley Edwards, Donna Davis and Teresa Roan. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 18, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill conducted by Rev Aaron McCombs. Burial followed at Crescent Heights Cemetery in Pleasant Hill. Visitation was held Monday evening from 6 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Crescent Heights Cemetery Association. Lummis Funeral Home in Pleasant Hill is handling the arrange­ments.
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FRANK POTTER , 49, farmer residing northwest of Barry; Friday - forenoon became the 66th victim of fatal accidents on the 46-mile stretch of U. S. 36 between Pike' county's two border rivers, since this toad was completed in 1927. Jimmy Hulser; Hannibal, well known here, was the 65th victim: when he was struck by a "Q" train at the intersection of U. S. 36 with the "Q" track west of Hull last Feb. 7. Huller died later in a Hannibel hospital. Walter Schnepf, farmer. residing West of Pittsfield, was the 64th victim; last Nov. 19 when the tractor he was riding home on the highway was struck by a car and the rider instantly killed. Mr. Potter, who was driving a jeep belonging to Ray 0. Will lams of Barry, collided with a gravel truck driven by Herbert Bradshaw of Barry. With Bradshaw was Albert Orr. The collision occurred about 11 a. m., Friday, at a point between Barry's northwestern outatirts and the tinderpies at the Wabash railroad. The jeep was heading west, the gravel truck east. The crash occurred head-on, near a curve. Potter died in St. Elizabeth hospital, Hannibal, at 8:30 that evening. He had suffered broken bones and internal injuries. The jeep was a complete wreck. The top was destroyed and scattered over a considerable area. The body of, the jeep was wrench­ed and twisted. It was removed to the Williams garage. The gravel was also badly wrecked. Mr, Potter was a native of Pike county, born March 3, 1899, a son of John C. and Mary Boulware Potter. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Pauline Potter; a daughter, Mrs. Arline Freeman of Chicago; his mother, Mrs. Mary Potter of Barry; a sister, Mrs. Wanda McCarl of Berry, and three brothers, Robert of Barry, Richard of California, and Fred of Ohio. Funeral services were held at 2 p. m. yesterday in the Christian church in Barry, with Rev. E. T. Schaick officiating. Burial was in Park Lawn cemetery, Barry., A Barry man, checking back, said 15 unnatural deaths have occurred in the area adjacent to the scene of the wreck in the last 20 years.
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LIZZIE M. (JACKSON) POTTER , 97 of Barry passed away Sunday, June 8 2008 in her home.She was born Nov 11, 1910 in Fish Hook, a daughter of Ollie and Luella (Powell) Jackson.She married Robert H. Potter Jan 15, 1931 in Pittsfield and he preceded her in death May 9 1995 She is survived by a son John (wife Marge) Potter of Barry, 2 daughters, Mrs. Richard (Mary Lou) Nelson of Quincy and Mrs. Floyd (Juanita) Weger of Sullivan IN: 4 grandchildren, Sherry Sisk of Barry, Mrs. Werner (Tammy) VonBurg of Barry, Sandy Jones of Quincy, and Eric (wife Summer) Acord of Terra Haute IN;6 great-grandchildren;and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 4 brothers, Harold, Elsa, Ray and Floyd. Mrs. Potter was a member of Barry First Christian Church. she was born and spent her entire life in Pike County. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m.at Barry First Christian Church in Barry. Burial will be in Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 before services Memorials are suggested to Barry First Christian Church.
Contributed by Billie Browning from the Pike Press

MILDRED (SNEEDEN) POTTER , 91, of Eastside Rehabilitation Center in Pittsfield and formerly of Griggsville, died Friday morning Oct. 20, 2006 at the Center. She was born Feb. 16, 1915, in Detroit , IL , a daughter of the late Vernon and Katherine Mullenix Sneeden. She married Christoper Potter on January 10, 1933 and he preceded her in death April 24, 1981. Surviving is a daughter, Norma Long of Pittsfield , 3 sons, Ronald L. Potter and wife Donna of Pittsfield, Larry Potter and wife Susan of New Salem, and Terry Potter and wife Lois of Griggsville; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 4 great, great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, and grandson, Douglas Long; 3 sisters, Marie Heeman, Marjorie Williams, and Irene Smith; and 3 brothers, Charles, Leroy and Bill Sneeden. Mrs. Potter was a past employee of Ackles Orchard in Griggsville. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and collecting teapots. She loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren. Funeral services were Monday at Airsman-Hires Chapel in Griggsville. Burial was in Griggsville Cemetery . Memorials are suggested to the Griggsville Cemetery .

NEDRA C. POTTER , 83, of 2517 Herrli Drive, formerly of San Diego, died at 9:25 a.m. Wednesday (March 29, 1995) in Blessing Hospital. She was born Aug. 28, 1911, in Kinderhook, a daughter of George and Iva Milhiser Crim. She married Richard Potter April 3, 1929. He died March 12, 1991. Mrs. Potter had been em­ployed by the U.S. government for a defense plant in San Diego and later worked for women's apparel stores in San Diego for many years. After retiring in 1987, she moved back to Quincy. She was of the Methodist faith. Survivors include a daughter, Sharmon Burton of San Diego; and a granddaughter, Kimberly Ann Burton of San Diego. Graveside services will be con­ducted at 10:30 a.m. Friday in Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry by the Rev. William Foose. There will be no visitation but friends are invited to the services. The Zehender Robinson Stormer Cookson Funeral Home in Quincy is handling arrangements.
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ROBERT H. POTTER , 91, of rural Barry, died at 6:33 p.m. Tuesday (May 9, 1995) in Blessing Hospital in Quincy. He was born Oct. 15, 1903, in Barry, a son of John C. and Mary Boulware Potter. He married Lizzie M. Jackson Jan. 15, 1931, in Pittsfield. She survives. Mr. Potter had lived and farmed in Pike County all his life. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Survivors also include a son, John Potter of Barry; two daugh­ters, Mrs. Richard (Mary Lou) Nelson of Quincy and Juanita Acord of Sullivan, Ind.; four grandchildren; four step- grandchildren; five great- grandchildren; four step-great­grand children; and a sister, Wanda McCarl of Barry. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Frank, Fred and Richard; and an infant sister. Services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the Kirgan Funeral Home in Barry. Burial will be in Park Lawn Cemetery in Barry. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Barry First Christian Church.
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RONALD POTTER , 43, Louisiana, MO and formerly of Griggsville passed away Saturday, May 22, 2010 as the result of a motorcycle accident in Brown County, IL. Joe was born January 6, 1967 in Pittsfield, IL, a son to Ronald L. and Donna McDaniel Potter. He had worked as a farm laborer and at Stark Brother’s Nursery in Louisiana , MO. Joe loved being with family and friends, riding his Kawasaki motorcycle, participating in demo derby’s, fishing and coon hunting. He was a graduate of the Griggsville High School Class of 1986. He is survived by his parents, Ron and Donna Potter of Pittsfield, fiancé, Jean Cox of Louisiana, MO and twin daughter’s, Jessica (fiancé, Kenny Hill) of Pittsfield and Jennifer (Michael) Bandy of Eldred, IL. One sister, Stacy (Dale) Stevenson of Abingdon , IL and two brothers, Chris (Judy) Potter and Tony (fiancée, Erica Westfall) Potter both of Pittsfield also survive along with four grandchildren, Brylee Vestal, Dylan Hill, Addison Potter and Charles Bandy. Nieces and nephews surviving are Wyatt and Harlie Potter, Tyler Westfall, Cody Potter, Jeremy Carnes, Jessica Whittler and Amber Stevenson along with several aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 26, 2010 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield . A private burial will be held at a later date at the Gray Cemetery near New Salem .
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LENA MARIE (HAGEN) PRATER , 51, of Nebo, died at 6:04 pm Tuesday (Jan. 27, 1998) in Illini Community Hospital in Pittsfield . Born Dec. 11, 1946, in Louisiana , Mo. , Mrs. Prater was a daughter of Elza and Lenora Gates Hagen. She married Vernon James Prater June 5, 1963, in Ft. Collins , Colo. He survives. Mrs. Prater was a member of Farmers Ridge Church of Christ. Survivors include her mother of Pleasant Hill, a daughter, Amanda M. Prater of the home, a brother, Irvin Hagen of Pleasant Hill and two sisters, Linda Steel of White Hall and Sharon Campbell of Roodhouse. Mrs. Prater was preceded in death by her father, and an infant son, Deaton Prater. Burial will be in Wells Cemetery near Pleasant Hill .

WANDA LEE PRATHER , 74 of Pittsfield, IL and formerly of Kampsville, IL passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, IL. Wanda was born on June 27, 1936 in Jacksonville, IL, a daughter to Edward and Velma Mae Reveal Hazelwood. She married James Elliott Prather on June 27, 1952 in Manchester, IL and he preceded her in death in 2006. Wanda was a cashier at the Kampsville Inn Restaurant in Kampsville, IL. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, cooking and baking, raising potted flowers and cake decorating. She is survived by a son, Larry (Amy) Prather of Phoenix, Arizona and a daughter, Mary (Charles) Freeman of Pittsfield, six grandchildren and a brother, Louie Hazelwood and companion, Betty Kuhlman of Jerseyville, IL. Per Wanda’s wishes her remains have been donated to medical science at Washington University. There will be no service or visitation
Contributed by Billie Browning - Pike Press

CHARLES PRATT , son of George E. Pratt, of the firm of Baxter & Pratt, of Griggsville, died at his father's house in that city on Monday October 6, 1890, in the twenty fifth year of his age. He was a young man who by his upright life had gained the respect and good will of all who knew him. His kind and genial nature had made him a favor­ite at home, in society and in matters of business and probably the death of no person in that community would be more universally mourned than that of Charley. Pratt. To the afflicted parents and sis­ter and to his hosts of sorrowing friends the DEMOCRAT extends its sympathy.

In Memorlam(From another Pike County newspaper) -- Charles Edwin Pratt, son of George E. and Mary Pratt, was born in Griggsville, Illinois, May 16; 1866. He was from the first bright, active and full of promise. Among the youth of his approximate age he was loved for his vivacity and the readiness with which he met all sallies of merriment, As a clerk during several recent years in the store of Baxter & Pratt, he came in contact with large numbers of people whom he served with unvarying politeness, promptness and with an honesty that was ever above sus­picion. He used neither liquors, tobacco nor profanity. Favored as to personal appearance and pleasing in his manners, he filled a large place in the social life of the young peo­ple of our village. He will be remembered in connection with the Chataqua circle and literary entertainments given by a number of our young people for the benefit of the public library. He will long be remembered by those with whom he was accustomed to camp in vacation .time. He will be sadly missed from the .Congregational Sabbath-school and from .the church where he discharged the duties of usher in such manner as to re­ceive public commendation at the annual meeting, five successive years. He was his father's pride who expected soon to transfer to him his interest in the store. He was his mother's joy and confidant, delighting to assist her in all plans for furnishing the house, arranging the grounds, cultivating the flowers, etc. Nothing that was a matter of interest to her or to his sisters, was ever a matter of indifference to him. It is his mother's tes­timony that she always trusted him per­fectly and that he never gave her an hour's anxiety except in sickness. It was his delight to plan the future of his sis­ters, and toward them and toward the little brother who proceeded him to the tomb, he manifested always an unwonted affection. Witty without vulgarity, brave and frank without rudeness, self-respecting he was devoid of silly pride and was zealous, even tenderly considerate of the rights and feelings of others. He never made a public profession of religion but intended so to do, having thought much upon the matter and made it the subject of a recent serious conversation with his mother. He died October 6th, 1890, in the 25th year of his age after an illness of three weeks.

The funeral services were held this af­ternoon at the family residence, conducted by his pastor and friend, Rev, Fred M. Abbott, of the Congregational church, assisted by Rev. J. F. Wohlfarth of the M. E. church. Beautiful floral tributes were presented by many representatives of the Kaleoap Klub, the Young Men's Bible Class, and the Christian Endeavor Society of the Cong­regational church. The services were largely attended. All stores and busin­ess houses were closed and a general hour of sorrow pervaded the community. Probably the largest funeral that has been in Griggsville for many years, was that of Charles E. Pratt last Wednesday afternoon. The large number present showed the great love and esteem in which he was hold by the citizens of Griggsville and neighboring towns.

** A brief mention appeared in Wednesday’s Courier of the death at Griggsville, of Chas. E. Pratt, a nephew of A. J. Pratt, of this city. In Jacksonville society the deased was known and esteemed almost as much as if he had been a resident of the city, and here he numbered many warm friends. One who attended the funeral at Griggsville Wednesday, pronounced it one of the most remarkable tributes of love and esteem ever witnessed. Every store and every business house of the place was closed and the entire town, appa­rently, gathered to pay their sad tributes of love to the dead. The services were conducted by Rev. Fred M. Abbott, of the Congregational church, assisted by Rev. J. F. Wohlfarth, of the M. E. church. Beautiful floral tributes were presented by representaves of the Kaleoap Klub, the Young Men's Bible Class and the Christian Endeavor Society of the Congregational church. When the large and mournful procession took up its journey to the cemetery, the eight young men, who acted as pall-bearers, refused to ride, but instead they walked on either side of the hearse, which bore the, remains of their friend. When the cemetery was reached the coffin was lowered into the grave and then a number of young ladies stepped forward and dropped in roses and other cut flowers until the grave was half filled.—Jacksonville Courier
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JEFFREY KENT PRATT , b. 8 Sep 1969, Pittsfield, IL; d. 1 Apr 1978, Pittsfield, IL; Bu.: Samuel Taylor Cem., near Rockport, IL; resident of Pittsfield; Fa.: James Pratt; Mo.: Marilyn Henry; Survived by his father; his mother and step-father: Ronald and Marilyn Durbin of Pittsfield; his twin, Jody; another brother: Ronald, all at home; a stepbrother: Mike Durbin of Quincy; grandparents: Mr. & Mrs. J. O. Henry of Rockport and Mrs. Nina Pratt of Louisiana, MO; and his step grandmother: Mrs. Clara Dayo of Keokuk, IA.
Contributed by Kathy Robinson

JOHN PREBLE , 76, died in his home in Barry, Friday morning at 11:50. He was born at New Salem, May 13, 1888, a son of William and Aline Sigsworth Preble. He attended New Salem school. He lived at Pike Station for many years where he was engaged in farming. Surviving are two brothers, Floyd of Barry and Noel of Atlas. Funeral services were conducted in the Hufnagel funeral home in Barry, Sunday afternoon at 1:30 with Rev. Kenneth Ulm and Rev. Joe Maynard officiating. Burial was in Park Lawn cemetery at Barry.

CHARLES DAVID PRESSEY - b. 30Apr1941 in Florence, Il. - d. 20Nov1992 in rural Pittsfield, Il. Buried in the Blue River Cemetery, south of Detroit, Il. It was not stated in the obit who he was married to. Father was Charles "Cooney" Pressey; Mother was Nora Tucker. He was a resident of R.R. l, Pittsfield, Il. Survived by one son: Marty Gene Pressey, serving with the Marines in Okinawa; two daughters: Mrs. Dennis (Connie) Perry and Mrs. Housten (Tammy) Winfield, both of Evansville, Ind.; two grandsons; three brothers: Cleo Pressey and Clarence Pressey, both of Milton, and Everett "Bud" Pressey of R.R. 2, Winchester; two sisters: Mrs. Frank (Betty) Castleberry of Atoka, Okla. and Mrs. Don (Sally) Bigley of Pittsfield; one very good friend: Nancy Bloyd of R.R. l, Pittsfield; and two children raised in his home: Tera Forrester and Donnie Bloyd, both of R.R. l, Pittsfield. Preceded by two brothers: Henry "Bum" Pressey and Bill Pressey; and three sisters: Marie Lake, Rose Pressey and Mary Jane Pressey.
Contributed by Rhonda Pressey Miller- Jacksonville Journal Courier, Sunday, 22 Nov 1992

CHARLES W. PRESSEY - Florence, Illinois, June 15, 1966 Funeral services for Charles W. Pressey, 74, of Florence will be held Thursday afternoon at 2:30 in the Florence Methodist church. The Rev. William Brown will officiate. Burial will be in Blue River Cemetery. Mr. Pressey died Tuesday morning at 5 in Illini hospital at Pittsfield. He was born in Calhoun county, Illinois, March 22, 1892, a son of Peter David and Elizabeth Holderfield Pressey. He was a retired elevator operator. Surviving are the widow Nora Mae; six sons, Cleo of Pittsfield, Clarence of Milton, Everett of Winchester and Henry, William and Charles of Florence; three daughters, Mrs. Stella Marie Lake of Florence, Mrs. Betty Jean Castleberry of Jacksonville and Mrs. Sally Bigley of Georgia; a sister, Mrs. Nancy Lynch of Havana; 16 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. Charles William Pressey was known as "Cooney Pressey" because he was an avid raccoon hunter. He also shelled, fished, and raised pigs.
Contributed by Rhonda Pressey Miller - Quincy Herald Whig, Quincy, Illinois, June 15, 1966, Page 11B

CLARENCE W. "Dink" PRESSEY , 76, of Milton died Monday afternoon January 27, 1997, at Illini Hospital in Pittsfield. He was born May 18, 1920, in Florence, the son of Charles and Gertrude Jane Winingham Pressey. He married Betty Jane Lawson in 1950 in Pocahontas, Arkansas, and she survives at home. Also surviving are a son, David of Florence; three daughters, Judy Daniels of Pearl, Peggy Jo Ferry of Tinley Park and Wendy Gail Chaplin of Griggsville; 24 grandchildren, two of whom were raised by Mr. Pressey, Larry Cox and Lisa Lynn Heavener, both of Pittsfield; two brothers, Cleo Pressey of Pittsfield and Everett Pressey of Winchester; and two sisters, Sally Bigley of Pittsfield and Betty Jean Castleberry of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy Barnett; a grandson; three brothers, Charles, Henry and Bill Pressey; three sisters Marie Lake, Rosie and Florence Pressey. Mr. Pressey was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He served in Africa, and the European Theater. He received seven Bronze Battle Stars. He worked for John Deere implement dealership in Milton for 25 years. He had also worked for Illinois Lower Towing and as a commercial fisherman. He enjoyed fishing, net making and bingo. Funeral services will be held 1:30 P.M. Friday at the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester with burial at Blue River Cemetery, south of Detroit, where military graveside rites will be held. Friends may call after 2 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home, where the family will meet with friends 5-7 P.M. Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice. Clarence Pressey had lung cancer.
Contributed by Rhonda Pressey Miller

CLEO E. PRESSEY , 93 of Detroit, died Friday, Feb. 18, 2011 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. He was born March 31, 1917 in Florence, a son of Charles William and Gertrude Jane Winningham Pressey. He married Evelyn McLaughlin July 3, 1945 in the home of her parents in Scott County. Cleo was a farmer near Milton, and worked for the State of Illinois as a bridge tender on the Illinois River at Florence. He was of the Baptist faith and was baptized at the Bloomfield Baptist Church. He was an Army veteran and served his country during WWII and played on Ft. Shafter baseball team in Honolulu. He managed the Florence men’s baseball team, and was a member of the Amateur Baseball Congress. Cleo was a member of the Pittsfield Moose Lodge 420, Pittsfield American Legion Post 152, the Pike County Farm Bureau and was active in the Pike County Democrat Party. He enjoyed dancing and watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren sporting events. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; sons, Gregory (Dorothy) Pressey of Jonesboro, Ark. and Robert (Kathy) Pressey of Pittsfield; daughters, Sue (Bob) Hembrough of Beardstown and Sharon (Gary) Donohoo of Jacksonville. Eleven grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren survive along with one brother, Evertt “Bud” (Jane) Pressey of Winchester. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Bum, Dink, Bill and Dude Pressey and sisters, Marie Lake, Sally Bigley, Betty Castleberry, Rosie Pressey and Florence Pressey. Services were held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 22, at the Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield. Interment was in the Blue River Cemetery near Detroit, with military graveside rites being accorded by the Pittsfield American Post #152. Visitation was held Monday evening, Feb. 21, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Niebur Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Pike County Animal Shelter or the Pittsfield Athletic Department. Condolences may be sent to the family at info@nieburfh.com. Niebur Funeral Home in Pittsfield is handling the arrangements.
Contributed by Billie Browning

HENRY DONALD "Bum" PRESSEY , 65, of Milton, died at his residence Tuesday morning. He was born in Pike Co., Sept. 7, 1921, son of Charles and Gertrude Winningham Pressey. Surviving are one daughter, Judy Lawson of Milton; one son, Chuck of Oregon; four grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren; several brothers and sisters, Cleo Pressey of rural Pittsfield, Clarence Pressey of Milton, Mrs. Don (Sally) Bigley of Pittsfield, Bill Pressey of Quincy, Everett "Bud" Pressey of rural Winchester, Mrs. Frank (Betty Jean) Castleberry of Calif., and Charles "Dude" Pressey of rural Pittsfield. He was preceded by one daughter, Nancy Doyle and two sisters, Rose Pressey and Marie Lake. He was a commercial fisherman and a veteran of WW II. Services will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday at Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester, with burial in Blue River Cemetery in Pike Co. Friends may call after 4 P.M. Wednesday, with family to meet friends 7-8:30 P.M. Memorials may be made to the Bedford Boat Dock in care of George Johnson of Milton.
Contributed by Rhonda Pressey Miller

NORA MAE (TUCKER) DAVIS PRESSEY , 82, of Pittsfield, formerly of Florence, died early Tuesday, July 27, 1982 at the Modern Care Convalescent Facility. Born December 8, 1899 at Atwater, Greene County, Illinois, she was a daughter of Jacob and Ella Shade Tucker. She married Charles Pressey, January 31, 1934 in Pittsfield. He died in 1966. These children survive: Charles of R1, Pittsfield, Everett of R2, Winchester, William of Homestead, Florida, Mrs. Frank (Betty) Castleberry of Medora, Mrs. Donald (Sally) Bigley of Pittsfield; also these stepchildren: Cleo Pressey, R1 Pittsfield, Clarence Pressey of Milton, Henry of Winchester and Mrs. Pearl (Marie) Lake of Jacksonville; and one sister, Mrs. Marie Vogel of Carlinville, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two daughters and seven brothers and sisters. She was a member and pianist of the Methodist church at Florence. Services will be at 1:30 P.M. Friday at Coonrod Funeral Home, Winchester, Illinois; with burial in Blue River cemetery.
Contributed by Rhonda Pressey Miller Pike Press, Pittsfield, Pike County, IL
Photo contributed by Carolyne Conner Puskas - Clarence was the son of Charles William and Gertrude (Winningham)Pressey and is buried in Blue River Cemetery. This picture was taken in 1944 or 1945 while they were still wearing their army clothes. Cleo (is the son of Charles William and Gertruce (Winningham) Pressey, he entered the service on Feb. 12, 1942 and mustered out Oct. 25, 1945.

WILLIAM LAVERNE PRESSEY , 61, of Quincy, formerly of Florence, a commercial fisherman, died Saturday (April 21, 1990) in Quincy in the home of a friend. Mr. Pressey was born April 7, 1929, in Florence, a son of Charles "Cooney" and Nora Tucker Pressey. Survivors include four daughters, Vonnie Potter and Rhonda Pressey, both of Quincy, Billie L. Chapman of White Hall, and Melody Pressey of North Carolina, two brothers, Charles "Dude" Pressey of Pittsfield and Everett "Bud" Pressey of Winchester; two sisters, Mrs. Frank (betty) Castleberry of Lane, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Donald (Sally) Biley of Pittsfield; two stepbrothers, Cleo Pressey of Pittsfield and Clarence "Dink" Pressey of Milton; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Jane and Rosie Raella Pressey and Marie Lake, and a stepbrother, Henry Pressey. Services will be conducted a 2 P.M. Wednesday in the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester by the Rev. Tom Mather. Burial will be in the Blue River Cemetery near Detroit. Visitation will be after 2 P.M. Tuesday with family meeting friends from 7 to 8:30 P.M. in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

Florence, Illinois - William LaVerne "Bill" Pressey, 61, of Quincy, formerly of Florence, a commercial fisherman, died Saturday (April 21, 1990) in Quincy in the home of a friend. Mr. Pressey was born April 7, 1929, in Florence, a son of Charles "Cooney" and Nora Tucker Pressey. Survivors include four daughters, Vonnie Potter and Rhonda Pressey, both of Quincy, Billie L. Chapman of White Hall, and Melody Pressey of North Carolina, two brothers, Charles "Dude" Pressey of Pittsfield and Everett "Bud" Pressey of Winchester; two sisters, Mrs. Frank (betty) Castleberry of Lane, Oklahoma, and Mrs. Donald (Sally) Biley of Pittsfield; two stepbrothers, Cleo Pressey of Pittsfield and Clarence "Dink" Pressey of Milton; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Jane and Rosie Raella Pressey and Marie Lake, and a stepbrother, Henry Pressey. Services will be conducted a 2 P.M. Wednesday in the Coonrod Funeral Home in Winchester by the Rev. Tom Mather. Burial will be in the Blue River Cemetery near Detroit. Visitation will be after 2 P.M. Tuesday with family meeting friends from 7 to 8:30 P.M. in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

**(Correction to this obituary - Mr. Pressey DID NOT have stepbrothers and stepsisters they were actually half brothers and half sisters - since Mr. Charles W. Pressey was the father of the children listed as stepbrothers and stepsisters; and Mr. Charles W. Pressey was the father of William LaVerne Pressey. Step means that the child is a child of two complete other individuals - these are notes of the record keeper not the obit itself). (Also not included in the obit - Mr. William LaVerne Pressey had two sons at the time of his death the location was not known as they had been adopted at an earlier time, William Carl "Pressey Jr."Schnake of Springfield and John Douglas "Pressey" Schnake of Pleasant Plains, five additional grandchildren and one stepdaughter Teresa Brooks (address unknown), these are also notes of the record keeper, that were obtained approximately two years after Mr. Pressey's death.
Contributed by Rhonda Pressey Miller - Quincy Herald Whig

HARVEY CLARENCE PRUETT , 76, of Pleasant Hill died at 1 p.m. Sunday Dec 6, 1964 in Illini hospital, Pittsfield, where he had been a patient two weeks. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday Dec. 9, 1964, in the Pleasant Hill Baptist church with Rev. June Ford officiating. Interment will be in Crescent Heights cemetery. Born April 21, 1888, in Pike County, Harvey Clarence Pruett was the son of Thomas and Edith Moxier Pruett. He was married Dec. 5, 1925, at Hardin, to Norma Thomas. He had lived in the Carrollton Ridge community until seven years ago. He was a member of the Carrollton Ridge Baptist church. Mr. Pruett is survived by his widow; a son Leslie of Pleasant Hill; a foster son Fred White Jr., also of Pleasant Hill; two brothers, Jesse of El Cajon, Calif. and George of Nebo; two sisters, Mrs. Mamie Guthrie and Mrs. Emma Shaw, both of Pleasant Hill and two grandchildren.

NELLIE (SHAW) PRUETT - Services for Mrs. Nellie M. Pruett, 85, of Nebo who died Saturday, November 7, 1970, at 10 pm in a Pittsfield Nursing Home, were held Tuesday at 1 pm in Carrollton Ridge Baptist church. The Rev. June Ford officiated. Burial was in Allison Cemetery . Mrs. Pruett was born in Pleasant Hill township, July 10, 1885, a daughter of Angus and Rose Franklin Shaw. She was a member of the Carrollton Ridge Baptist Church . She married George Pruett May 18, 1902. He died in March of 1968. Surviving are two sons, Lee of Pleasant Hill and Ernest of Nebo, a daughter, Mrs. Edgar (Emma) Sidwell of Nebo; 16 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren.

NORMA (THOMAS) PRUETT , 75, of Pleasant Hill, died Wed., Jan 26, 1983 in Pike Co. Memorial Hospital, Louisiana, MO., where she had been a patient since Dec. 7. Mrs. Pruett was born July 15, 1907 in Pittsfield, a daughter of Leslie and Hazel Willsey Thomas. She married Harve Pruett Dec 5, 1925, in Pleasant Hill. He died Dec 6, 1964. She was a member of the Carrollton Ridge Baptist Church. She is survived by a son Leslie of Pleasant Hill; a foster son, Fred White Jr. of Pleasant Hill; one brother, Jay Thomas of Louisiana; two grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services were held at 2 p.m. Friday Jan 28, 1983 in Ward-Lummis Funeral Home, Pleasant Hill, conducted by the Rev. Lowell Weaver. Burial was in Crescent Heights cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Pleasant Hill Volunteer Ambulance Unit.

PRISCELLA (DOLBEARE) PUTNAM - Funeral services for Mrs. Priscilla Putnam, 75, of El Dara were held at 2 pm Monday at the El Dara Christian church with Rev. Joe Maynard of Pittsfield officiating. Interment was in Taylor-Martin cemetery near El Dara. Lock Funeral home of Barry was in charge. Mrs. Putnam died Friday, Aug. 14, 1970 in Blessing hospital, Quincy . She was a member of the Christian church at El Dara. Born in Pike county, Dec. 4, 1894, Priscilla Dolbeare was the daughter of Christopher and Isabel Coultas Dolbeare. She was married April 14, 1915 to Pearl Putnam who survives. Other survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Isabel Reel and Mrs. Pauline Allen of Quincy and Mrs. Jeane Manton of Phoenix, Ariz; six grandchildren seven great grandchildren; two brothers, Charles Dolbeare of New Canton ad James Dolbeare of Barry; and two sisters, Mrs. Mary Loyd of Pittsfield and Mrs. Hattie Reynolds of El Dara. Two brothers preceded her in death.