Ambrose H. Bacon

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

April 29, 1869
In Snachwine, April 21, of injuries received by being thrown from his carriage, Ambrose H. Bacon, aged 58 years.

Mrs. Rachel Condit (nee Bacon)

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
December 29, 1881

At Putnam, Putnam county, Dec. 27, Rachel A., 45 years 1 month, wife of Samuel H. Condit and daughter of S. C. Bacon of Austin, Minn.

Putnam - Again it is our sad duty to announce the death of another one of our friends and neighbors. On Tuesday, the 27th inst., Mrs. Rachel A., wife of S. H. Condit, and daughter of S. C. Bacon, of Boston, Minn., bade adieu to earthly scenes, aged 45 years, 1 month. Mrs. Condit will be sadly missed her many friends and numerous acquaintances and more by her husband, 4 sons and 5 daughters. This was her birthplace, having spent her life here.

Mrs. Susan Bacon

Taken From the Henry Republican
October 26, 1871

At Snachwine, Putnam County, Oct. 22, of cancer of the stomach, Susan, wife of the late A. H. Bacon.

The wife of the late A. H. Bacon, after several weeks of a lingering illness from cancer of the stomach, died on Sunday afternoon last. Two husbands (Emory and A. H. Bacon) have preceded her to the more permanent world. Four children are left orphans. Mrs. B. was generally respected, and buried on Tuesday with the tears and sympathy of a large concourse of friends.

Elizabeth Bagby

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

April 19, 1878

Died at the institution for the blind at Jacksonville, Illinois, Miss Elizabeth Bagby, daughter of Mrs. Rebecca Weeks of Granville, Illinois, April 9, 1878, aged 20 years, 6 months and 9 days. The deceased was blind about 14 years, attended the school for the blind at Jacksonville about 9 years and would have graduated with honors this summer. She was a lady of unblemished character, devoted to her studies, few ladies of her age being as far advanced.

Dwight Mortimer Bailey

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

May 11, 1876
At Hennepin, May 2 of whooping cough, Dwight Mortimer, aged 3 months, son of Amos J. and Jennie D. Bailey.

Infant of Rev. A. J. Bailey

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL

September 11, 1879 - Hennepin

The little babe of Rev. A. J. Bailey and wife was buried on Sunday afternoon from their residence.

Mrs. A. J. Bailey

Taken From the Henry Republican

Hennepin, January 1, 1880
Mrs. Bailey, wife of Rev. A. J. Bailey, died on Saturday and was taken on Tuesday to her resting place at Union Grove. A funeral service was held here in the Congregational church here, which was attended by a houseful of people.

Mrs. Charles H. Baker

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

September 9, 1880, Magnolia
Died, 5d, one half mile east of Magnolia, wife of Charles H. Baker. A large number attended the funeral which took place about noon on the 4th. She lay sick about 10 weeks. Doctor says her disease was chronic disease of the liver.

Leonard Baker

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
March 10, 1881
Died at Magnolia, March 8, of pneumonia, Leonard Baker, 75. An old resident.

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
March 17, 1881 -Magnolia
Leonard Baker, aged 77, an old resident of this place, died of lung fever last Tuesday the 8th, inst.

Mrs. Leonard Baker

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL

Magnolia News - Mrs. Baker, wife of Leonard Baker was buried yesterday at this place.

Albert Ball

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
December 24, 1874

At Snachwine, Dec. 19, Albert Ball, aged 15 years.

Putnam county News - Snachwine - Albert Ball, aged about 15 years died on Saturday morning after an illness of 10 days. He was the son of the late William Ball, who was killed about 1 year ago, as was supposed by the accidental discharge of his gun.

William Ball

Taken From the Henry Republican
November 27, 1873
Putnam County News - Tragic Death at Snachwine

A terrible and fatal accident occurred in this township on Thursday last. Two gentlemen were wending their way in a buggy towards the village, when they upon the body of a man lying dead in the road.  On examination it proved to be that of William Ball, a lesee of the farm of Samuel Condit, located near Mrs. Thomas Morgan's.  That morning, unusual for him, Mr. Ball took his gun and started for a neighbor's house, taking for ammunition nothing but a box of caps.  He took across the fields and got over the fence near Mrs. Morgan's gate, and while lifting his gun over, he in some manner discharged a load of shot into his stomach, causing almost instant death.  After being shot, he walked several steps and dropped dead.  In this condition he was found as given above.  His clothes had taken fire from the wads, and were burning when found.

Mr. Ball was born in Maine.  He was a hard worker, honest and frugal, but having seven children, and being a renter, he made slow headway.  His wife and family are left almost destitute.  The place where he died, is near where Mr. A. H. Bacon was so severly injured by a runaway, as to cause death.  The age of Mr. Ball was 43 years.

Jennie Barbe

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN, HENRY, ILApril 17, 1879

Miss Jennie Barbe of Aurora, but late of Hennepin, died of consumption in that city on Sunday, 6th, and was buried in Hennepin on Wednesday at the side of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wise, who lived and died near her last resting place, only a few years ago. Deceased was about 18 years old, and was a daughter of Jane Barber, formerly Jane Wise.

Aaron Barlow

Taken From the Henry Republican
May 7, 1874

At Hennepin, May 2, Aaron Barlow, in the 76th year of his life, a resident of Hennepin, 38 years.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL
May 8, 1874

Another one of the old citizens of Hennepin has past away, Aaron Barlow died at his residence last Saturday. The funeral services being performed on Monday at the M.E. Church. Mr. Barlow was in his 78th year.

Mrs. Harriet Barmore

Taken From the Henry Republican, February 13, 1879

Mrs. Harriet Barmore, wife of P. V. Barmore of this place, died at her residence last Thursday morning.  Funeral services were held at the residence of deceased and were conducted by Rev. J. M. Murphy.  Deceased left a husband and six children to mourn her loss.

Sarah Barmore

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
February 1, 1877 - Hennepin
Sarah Barmore, eldest daughter of Walter Barmore, died last Thursday after two or three weeks of the most intense suffering. Funeral from the house Friday afternoon at two o'clock.

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
February 8, 1877
In Hennepin, Jan. 26, at the residence of her father, Sarah Frances Barmore, aged 28 years, 3 months, 18 days.

Infant of Ira  Barnhart

Taken From the Henry Republican
June 6, 1872
Putnam County News - Other Towns
A little bud, (born to blush unseen,) from the house of Mr. Asa Barnhart of Snachwine, was buried on Monday. Oh how can we spare the little ones.

Taken From the Henry Republican
June 13, 1872
Died At Snachwine, June 2, of croup, infant son of Ira Barnhart, aged 4 months.

Maud Barnhart

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN

January 13, 1876
Died at Snachwine, Jan. 9, of diphtheria, Maud, aged 2 years, daughter of Ira Barnhart.

Mrs. Ann Barnhart

Taken From the Henry Republican

January 1, 1880
Died at Snachwine, Dec. 23, of old age, Ann, 80, consort of the late Peter Barnhart. For more information, see Putnam county pioneers.

Thorton Barr

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD
October 1, 1875

Thorton Barr, living near Mt. Palatine, died very suddenly Monday, being sick but a few hours. Typhoid phneumonia was the cause.

Child of Michael Barrow

Taken From the Henry Republican
September 26, 1872
Putnam County News - Snachwine
With regret we have chronicled another death, Michael Barrow’s little child, aged about 2 years, being buried on Wednesday.

Mrs. Elizabeth Bashore (nee Beck)

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

FLORID, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9, 1909

OBITUARY

ELIZABETH BECK, daughter of Peter and Elizabeth Beck, was born at East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania October 11, 1821 and departed this life at Florid, Illinois Monday evening at 8:00, May 31, 1909 age 87 years, 7 months and 27 days. She was united with the Lutheran church at an early age. She came to Florid with her brother Andrew and family in April 1865 and made her home with them until she married JACOB BASHORE of which date there is no record. Mr. Basehor departed this life, March 15, 1877 at the age of 75 years. After the death of her husband, she again made her home with her brother, Andrew Beck and wife. She was confined to her bed, just a week previous to her death. She leaves one brother, Joseph Beck to morn her death. The relatives wish to thank the kind neighbors and friends for their services and the sympathy they have shown. Funeral services were held at the church, Wednesday afternoon, June 2, 1909 conducted by the Reverend Brink of Hennepin, M.E. Church and was attended by a large concourse of sympathizing friends. Internments in the Florid cemetery.

Mrs. Mary Cassell (nee Bartlett)

Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL

Florid, May 19, 1927

Mrs. S. P. Clemens and Vera, Mrs. H. E. Allen and Mrs. Joe Edwards attended the funeral of Mrs. Mary Cassell which was held in Hennepin, Monday afternoon. Mrs. Cassell was well known as she lived in the village of Florid some years ago. She was well liked by all who know her. She was a jolly good woman. She leaves her two daughters, Mrs. Will Hoskins of Chicago, and Mrs. Frank Glass of LaSalle, also her beloved grandson, Norman Glass, a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss.

Hennepin, May 19, 1927

Mrs. Mary Bartlett Cassell, who died in Chicago, was buried from the M. E. Church in Hennepin Monday afternoon...... Mrs. Cassell was born and reared in this community and was past 76 years of age. She is mourned by a host of relatives and friends.

Jacob Bashore

March 21, 1878
Deaths
At Florid, March 12, suddenly, JACOB BASHORE, age 75, an old resident.

Freddie Bason

TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN AND PUTNAM COUNTY REGISTER, HENRY, IL
October 1, 1868

Died in Snachwine, Sept. 20, Freddie, infant son of A. M. and Susan L. Bason, age 2 months

Eliesabetha Bast

Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL

November 25, 1880
At Hennepin, Nov. 17, of diphtheria, Eliesabetha Bast, 9 years 5 months

Vicinity news - Hennepin - A seven year old daughter of Theodore Bast died on Wednesday, 17th of diphtheria.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, April 19, 1878

Theodore Bast buried his youngest child, a babe but a few weeks old last Saturday morning.

Mr. Bast

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

April 16, 1885
Old man Bast, father of Mr. Bast of this place was buried in the Catholic cemetery here last Saturday.

Charles Bastion

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN

Florid, February 16, 1911

The remains of Charles Bastion of Peoria arrived at Florid for burial last Friday. Charley was well known around Florid having spent part of his life here. He was a young man about 20 years of age. Much sympathy is extended to the bereaved parents.

Henry V. Bastion

Taken From the Putnam Record

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 1933

FLORID MAN IS LAID TO REST MONDAY PM

Henry V. Bastion died Saturday, January 14 and the age of 74. Two years ago, the venerable Henry Bastion, most of whose life was lived at Putnam County at Florid, suffered a stroke from which he never recovered culminating in a cerebral hemorrhage, Saturday, January 14, 1933 when his spirit took flight to the eternal realm. Since his stroke, deceased was bed fast and his home in the village of Florid where he died as stated. The funeral took place on Monday from the home to the Florid church with internment at the family lot at the Florid cemetery. Undertaker Dysert of Granville was in charge of the funeral. Reverend Walter C. Heyl of Granville congregational preaching the funeral service. The following brief obituary was read at the service which sets forth the annuls of the deceased's life.

Henry V. Bastion, son of Anthony and Eliza Powers Bastion was born in New Richmond, Indiana, February 19, 1858. He departed this life in Florid on Saturday, January 14, 1933 at 12:45 AM. He came to Illinois in his early manhood and was united in marriage with Margaret Myers at Peoria in December, 1888. Six children were born to this union, four preceding their father in death many years ago. Mr. Bastion was by nature, quiet and reserved and well liked by everyone who knew him. He was a kind husband and indulgent father and will be sadly missed. He was a patient sufferer being confined to his home for many months as the result of a stroke on December 27, 1930. Many were the friends who came to minister and cheer his last hours and were sad when he passed into sleep that knows no wakening. He leaves to morn his loss, his wife, 2 children - Mrs. Vernon Johnson of Hennepin and Earl of Florid, two grandchildren, many relatives and a host of friends.

Margaret (Myer) Bastion

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

Front Page, Thursday, March 14, 1935

Mrs. Margaret Bastion dies at Florid Tuesday

Mrs. Margaret Bastion, 66 of Florid,died at the Elmer Pederson home Tuesday morning, March 12, 1935 following a long illness. A daughter of Charles and Margaret Myer, she was bonr September 25, 1868 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was married in December 1888 to Henry Bastion and most of their married life was spent in the Florid community. Six children were born to them, 4 of whom preceded their parents in death. Mr. Bastion died in January 1933. The surviving children are Mrs. Pearl Johnson of Granville and Earl of Magnolia Township. Funeral services are being held this afternoon at 2:00 at the Florid Church with burial in the cemetery at that place.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

February 9, 1899
Charles L. Baxendale was born at Freehold Corner, Monmouth county, N. J., July 15, 1842 and died February 3, 1899, aged 56 years, 6 months and 18 days. He was a worthy defender of the republic, enlisting as a private in Co D, 91st Illinois infantry, August 7, 1862; discharged at close of war July 31, 1865, and was a charter member of Hennepin Post No. 231 G. A. R.  He was united in marriage with Sarah J. Hope, in Princeton, Ill., January 17, 1866.  To this union two sons were born, one died in infancy, the yonger one, Wilbur, with his mother survive him to mourn their loss.   One sister, Mrs. Wm. Schermerhorn, of Hennepin and one brother, Samuel, of Chicago, Ill., also survive him, his mother having died three months ago. The funeral services were held at the house Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. P. M. France officiating, and was largely attended.

Mrs. Elizabeth Umbarger (nee Bear)

Taken From the Henry Republican

January 20, 1876
Mrs. Umbarger, sister-in-law of Judge Cassell died on the 17th instate, at the age of about 70 years.

Local Department
Judge Cassell adjourned court last Tuesday until Thursday in consequence of the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Umbarger, his sister-in-law and mother of David B. Umbarger. The funeral took place on Wednesday last./ Record

Mrs. Mary Cassell (nee Bear)

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
September 17, 1885
Mrs. Augustus Cassell
The last sad rites of the living to the dead were paid the venerable WIFE OF JUDGE AUGUSTUS CASSELL, at Cottage Hill, on Saturday. She departed this life on Thursday. She had been an invalid for upwards of five years. In the year 1880 she was stricken with paralysis, which no doubt shortened and ended her life. MARY BAER was born in Dauphin County, PA., Feb. 3, 1813; married to Mr. Cassell at Harrisburg, Pa., in 1833, having lived 52 years happily with her aged husband; nine children were born, seven surviving their stricken parent. Their residence in Putnam county dates back to 1836 - 49 years. Naturally of a thoughtful and religious mold of mind, Mrs. Cassell united with the church in early life, first the Lutheran, and afterwards the Wesleyian Methodists.  Exemplary in all her ways, kindly and generous in her impulses and offices, an excellent wife and mother, a noble hearted, Christian woman has completed life work, and in the triumphs of a living faith, has gone home to everlasting rest. Sweet peace.

Mrs. Ann Beatty

The Hennepin Herald and Bureau Advertisement
February 5, 1847

On Sandy, Marshall County on the 21st alt., Ann Beatty, wife of George Beatty, aged 59 years.

Andrew Beck

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL

September 1, 1892
Died near Florid, Putnam County, August 2, suddenly, Andrew Beck, 72 years, 10 months, 19 days.

TAKEN FROM THE GRANVILLE ECHO, GRANVILLE, IL

September 1, 1892
A very sudden and unexpected death occurred at Florid Friday night. ANDREW BECK, 72 was found Saturday morning lying on a lounge cold in death. Mr. Beck left his farm south of Florid last spring on account of failing health and took up his residence in Florid.  His son Jer of Chicago had been visiting his father, who took him to Spring Valley Friday to take the train for home. He seemed as well as usual and nothing is known as to what hour death came as the first intimation any of the family had was when someone went to call him to breakfast. He was born in Pennsylvania and was married to Eliza Clemens in 1848 in that state. Two children have died and Jer and Simon who lives on the farm survive. His funeral took place on Tuesday

Mrs. Eliza Beck (nee Clemens)

Taken From the Putnam Record

FLORID, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 1915

Mrs. Eliza Beck, widow of late Andrew Beck, died shortly yesterday afternoon at the home of her son Simon Beck in Florid. Mrs. Beck lived to a ripe old age and was an early settler and highly respected citizen of Putnam County. We have not learned when the funeral will be held. Obituary next week.

PASSING OF ELIZA BECK

Eliza Beck, daughter of Peter and Eliza Clemens, and wife of Andrew Beck who preceded her 22 years ago, was born in East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania in 1825 on October 30th and died January 26, 1915 at the age of 89 years, 2 months and 26 days. She was the mother of 4 children, 3 sons and 1 daughter. One son S.P. Beck remains, the others preceding her. Mrs. Kate Eisenhower of Tremont Illinois is the only sister and survivor of the family being now in her 83rd year. Mrs. Eliza Beck of Pennsylvania came to Florid in April, 1865 - just at the time when Lincoln was assassinated. At 12 years of age, she became a member of the Lutheran Church. On coming to this county, she united with the German Evangelical Church and continued such membership until death. Having lead a quiet and consistent Christian life, she has now passed to her reward. This what her pastor, Reverend E. W. Eastmond has to say of her: " In January of last year, I came to Florid to hold Evangelical meetings for one week, Mr. Beck being my host. Grandma Beck, because of the inclemency of the weather, could not attend. She said "I can pray for you." and asking for my text, she would search her old Dutch bible and pass comments. Her desire and prayer I might sum up in these words of scripture. I desire to part and be with Christ which is far better. God answered her prayer, and on Tuesday, January 26, she fell asleep in Jesus."

Hattie May (Clemens) Beck

Front Page, January 5, 1967

Two Natives of County Pass Away

Funeral Services were held at 2:00 Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Hattie May Beck, 82 of Hennepin at the Dysert Chapel Granville with Reverend Richard Garabrant, pastor of the Magnolia Methodist Church officiating. Mrs. Beck died Thursday evening December 29, 1966 in St. Margarette's hospital Spring Valley. She had been hospitalized 6 days. A daughter of Augustus B. and Cora Clemens Deneiger, she was born May 4, 1884 in Hennepin Township. She and John Beck were married in 1908 and they resided on their farm southeast of Florid until moving to the county seat upon retiring from farming. Mr. Beck died in 1961. Deceased was a member of the Hennepin Methodist Church. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Mary Hoey of San Diego, California and grandson. She was an aunt of Mrs. Russell Palm of Hennepin. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters and a brother. Internment was in Riverside cemetery in Hennepin.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

Front Page, July 31, 1906

Death of JERRY BECK

Word was received here last Thursday morning that Jerry Beck of Granville was dead. Mr. Beck lived in Hennepin a year or two several years ago and his early life was spent mostly on a farm near Florid. Consequently he was well known in this locality. Some years ago he had the misfortune to break one of his legs, which never properly healed, and gave him much trouble, necessitating the use of crutches most of the time to enable him to even walk about. Mr. Beck and his wife have been conducting a boarding house in Granville ever since the work of sinking coal shaft in that place was commenced. About a week before his death, he fell from the porch of his home and broke his other leg. A doctor was called, who set the broken bone, and placed the limb in a plaster cast. But gangrene set in and last Wednesday he was taken to St. Mary's hospital in LaSalle to have the leg amputated. The operation was performed Wednesday afternoon, but the shock was too great for the victim to stand, for he was already in a very weak condition and on Thursday morning at 6:30 he passed away. An inquest was conducted over the remains Thursday afternoon, and a verdict of accidental death was returned, but the primary cause was gangrene and the shock resulting from the operation.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

FRONT PAGE, JULY 31, 1906

JEREMIAH BECK was born in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, September 18, 1848 and died July 26, 1906, being at the time of his death, 57 years, 10 months and 8 days. He was married to MARY HUDSEN at St. Louis, Missouri, November 15, 1874. He is survived by his wife Mary Beck, his mother Elizabeth Beck, one brother Simon Beck, and one nephew John Beck. The remains were laid to rest in the Florid Cemetery last Saturday, Reverend H. Low officiating.

John Beck

Front Page, August 31, 1961

John Beck of Hennepin dies Monday.

Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 yesterday afternoon in the Dysert Chapel here for John Beck, 83 of Hennepin, who died at 4:30 Monday afternoon, August 29, 1961 in St. Margarette's Hospital in Spring Valley. In failing health the past 15 years, Mr. Beck was taken to the hospital August 13, following a fall in his home in which he suffered a fracture of the hip. Deceased was born July 20, 1878 in Hennepin Township, the son of Simon Peter and Mary Clemens Beck and in 1908 he was married to Miss Hattie Deneiger of Florid. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in March of 1958. Retiring from their farm, southeast of Florid, they moved to Hennepin in 1947 where they have made their home. She is the only survivor. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister. The Reverend E.L. Donavan, pastor of the Methodist Church officiated at the services with Mrs. Howard Meckley as organist. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery in Hennepin. Serving as pall bearers were John Conack, Howard Johnson, George Brewer, Walter M. Bouxsein, John Branstatter Sr. and Edward Platt.

Taken From the Putnam Record

FLORID, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1915

THE PASSING OF JOSEPH BECK

Joseph Beck was born in East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, October 28, 1841 and died February 19, 1915 at 7:10 AM at his residence in Florid, his age at that time being 73 years, 3 months and 21 days. In 1861 he was married to Catherine Lees in East Hanover Pennsylvania to which union three children were born, 2 sons and one daughter, who live in Pennsylvania. He came to this county in the Spring of 1878 and was employed as a farm laborer for several years. In 1888, March 25, he was united in marriage to Mrs. Rosa Dinkey. To this union, one child, a girl, was born who is now Mrs. Albert Daily. In July 1912, he was seized with a paralytic stroke from which he never fully recovered. Prior to this he had always enjoyed excellent health. He had three more paralytic strokes quite recently the last which occurred on Monday, February 15th. On January 24, 1914, he came out and publicly made a confession of acceptance of Christ and united with the church the following Sunday. We wish to thank our friends and neighbors who so kindly showed their sympathy by assisting us in our sad bereavement. - Mrs. Rosa Beck, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Daily and Robert Dinkey.

Mrs. Rosa Beck (nee Chambers)

Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL

March 22, 1928, Page 6

Mrs. Rosa Beck of Hennepin Dies Following Year's Illness

Mrs. Rosa Beck of Florid, who has been ill the past year passed away at her home on Tuesday evening of last week at the age of 81 years and 7 months. Mrs. Rosa Beck was married two times, her first husband, Mr. Dinkey preceding her in death. Two sons were born to them, John who died some years ago and Robert, who now lives in Iowa. Several years after the death of her first husband, she was united in marriage to Joseph Beck. One daughter, Mrs. Albert Daily, being born to them. The deceased is survived by her son and daughter, eight grandchildren and several great grandchildren, besides other relatives and friends. She was a member of the Presbyterian church and Sunday school and attended regularly when health permitted. Funeral services were held Friday afternoon, Rev. Levine officiating. The pallbearers were Adam Deininger, David Clemens, E.G. Henning, H. E. Allen, S. P. Clemens and Sam Clemens. Interment was in the Florid cemetery.

Mrs. Sara C. Beck (nee Clemens)

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

FLORID, WEDNESDAY, JULY 28, 1920

IN MEMORY IN MRS. SIMON BECK

Hearts of friends and loved ones are saddened, and a home is left in mourning, because there is a dear one whose presence once made home bright and happy, but who now is gone - no more to gladden the hearts of friends by her presence, or lend a helping hand to those in need or distress. Her body lies sleeping in the quiet bosom of mother earth where she is free of pain and strife, to await to morn of judgment. Our heavenly father has seen fit to send the angel of death to pluck from our circle of friends, one of his faithful members, Mrs. Sara Beck. After a lingering illness, of more than a year, and days of intense suffering, when loving friends had done all that was possible to ease her pain, she peacefully fell asleep in Jesus, Saturday morning, July 24, her age being 67 years and 1 day. She leaves to morn her death, her husband, 2 sons, 7 brothers, 2 sisters, 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Having united with the Presbyterian Church about 15 years ago, she has lived a consistent Christian life to the day of her death. The funeral service was held at the church at 2:30 Sunday afternoon, conducted by Reverend H. R. Barsted and was attended by a large number of relatives and sympathizing friends. Interment in the Florid cemetery with Howard Dysert of Granville as funeral director.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

Front Page, Wednesday, August 25, 1920

Obituary of Sara C. Beck

Sara C. Beck (nee Clemens) was born in Buckingham County, W. Virginia, July 23, 1853 and immigrated with her parents, Jeremiah and Elizabeth Clemens and four brothers in the year 1854 to Henry County, Indiana. In the year 1864, she with her parents, one sister and seven brothers, came to Putnam County, Illinois, which has been her home until her death, July 24, 1920 at which time she reached the age of 67 years and one day. In the year 1876, on the first day of February, she was united in marriage to Simon P. Beck, to this union three children were born. She is survived by her husband, two children, seven brothers and two sisters, who deeply mourn the death of a loved one. She united with the Florid Church some 15 years ago and was regular in her attendance until the time of her sickness. She lived a devoted Christian life and left a living testimony of her unshaken faith in a living Christ.

Simon Beck

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN

Florid, November 3, 1921

Mr. Simon Beck died at the home of his son John Friden and was buried in the Florid cemetery Sunday afternoon. The services were conducted by Rev. Barber of Granville. It was a very large funeral, friends from different places attended. He leaves one son John to survive him. His wife and two children preceded him. He was a member of the Florid Presbyterian church and an elder at the time of his death, so it is said "Well done, good and faithful serviant, enter thou into the eternal rest." We extend our sympathy to the son, also all other relatives.

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

FRONT PAGE, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1921

PASSING OF SIMON P. BECK

Simon P. Beck, son of Andrew and Eliza Beck, was born in East Hanover, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, August 6, 1854 and died at the home of his son, John Beck, October 28, 1921 at the age of 67 years, 2 months and 23 days. He came with his parents to Putnam County, Illinois in April 1865, just at the time when President Lincoln was assassinated. On February 1, 1876, he was united in marriage to Sara C. Clemens who preceded him a little more than a year ago. To this union, three children were born, two of them being taken in infancy. One, John H. Beck remains to mourn the loss of a kind and loving father. About 16 years ago, he united with the Florid Presbyterian Church of which he was an elder a number of years. He was also a member of Florid Camp No. 9292 M. W. A. He was a good friend and neighbor freely giving his aide and sympathy in time of sickness and sorrow. He leaves to mourn his departure, his son John Beck and wife, a number of cousins and other relatives. Funeral services were held in the church in Florid of which the deceased was a member, Sunday afternoon, October 30, at 2:00, conducted by Reverend W. C. Barber of Granville who spoke comforting words to the sorrowing relatives. A selected quartet of Granville sang "Lead Kindly Light" and "Safe in the Arms of Jesus" very beautifully. Many friends of the deceased filled the church to pay their last tribute of respect of their departed friend. Internment was made in the family lot in the Florid cemetery. The Woodmen of Florid Camp, assisted by neighbor Woodmen from Granville and Hennepin conducted a very impressive service for the departed, friend, neighbor at the grave. The casket bearers were John E. Peterson, William Munis, Wesley Kenny, Adam Deneiger, Oren Turnbolt, and Jess Gall. Howard Dysert of Granville, mortician in charge.

Mourn not the loss in realms of changeless gladness,

Where friendship ties are never crushed or broken.

We still may meet he who beholds our sadness,

Hath to the trusting heart assurance spoken.

Of that lush land where free from care and pain,

Found friends unite again.

Infant of Simon Beck

TAKEN FROM THE HENNEPIN HERALD, HENNEPIN, IL

Cottage Hill, February 9, 1882
Died on January 31, 1882, a BABE SIX WEEKS OLD OF SIMON BECK’S

Chester Bell

TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN AND PUTNAM COUNTY REGISTER, HENRY, IL
September 17, 1868
Died at Magnolia, Sept. 12, by accidental shooting, Chester, only son of Robert Bell, age 16 years.

Mrs. Jane Ann Bell

June 3, 1880
Taken From the Henry Republican

Died in this city, June 2, at the residence of Dr. C. Davis, Jane Ann, 65, wife of the late Robert Bell of Mt. Palatine, Putnam county.

Mrs. Robert Bell of Mt. Palatine, who was a guest of Dr. Davis, was taken ill at his residence two weeks since, and yesterday at 1:30 passed on to the spiritual world. She was a native of Ohio, but came to Putnam county in 1860 where she has resided since. Her husband died two years ago, and two married daughters survive, Mrs. Mason Wilson of Mt. Palatine, and Mrs. T. K. Mills of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A short funeral service was held at Dr. Davis at 10 a.m. today, conducted by the doctor, when the body was taken over to the Quaker cemetery at Clear Creek, where the remains were consigned to the family lot beside the husband. She was a most excellent woman and tenderly loved by a large circle of friends.

Robert Bell

Taken From the Henry Republican
January 4, 1872

In Magnolia township, Putnam county, December 27, Robert Bell, aged about 58 years.

Henry Bennett

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
January 7, 1875

In Hennepin, Dec. 26, of lung complaint, Henry Bennett.

Child of Rev. Berky

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
December 29, 1881  - Putnam

Rev. Berky had been wonderfully afflicted in his family with scarlet fever. One died, one has recovered but is stone blind and will probably never recover its sight.

Mrs. Maggie Berry

Taken From the Henry Republican
March 11, 1897 - Putnam
The funeral of Mrs. Maggie Berry occurred from the residence of Mrs. Rachael Hunter last Thursday. Interment in Senachwine cemetery.

Mrs. Anna Bickel

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN
February 26, 1891
Died near Florid, February 10 of appoloxy, Mrs. Anna Bickel, 71, mother of Dr. A.S. Bickel of Florid.

February 26, 1891
Sudden death
Mrs. Ann Bickel, mother of Dr. A.S. Bickel of Florid, died quite suddenly at the residence of Andrew Beck, southeast of Florid, Tuesday morning, February 10. Mrs. Bickel is a resident of Harrisburg, PA, but was here visiting her son and old acquaintances. She had gone to Mr. Beck’s Sunday evening in her usual health, but on Monday evening, while at the supper table, was stricken with apolexy and remained in an unconscious state until Tuesday morning when her death relieved her. The funeral took place from the Beck residence at 10:00 AM, February 12, Rev. Bliss of Magnolia, officiating. The remains were laid to rest in the Hennepin cemetery. ...........She was born in East Hanover Township, Dauphin Co., Feb. 3, 1820. She was a member of the German Reformed church from early in life. Her maiden name was Stoner or Stiener in German and was married to John Adam Bickel and to them three children were born, two sons and one daughter. The daughter dying at the age of 4 years, 7 months and 14 days. Her husband and two sons survive her. The eldest Dr. A.S. Bickel residing at Florid, this county, while the husband and other son reside in Pennsylvania.

Mrs. Mary Catherine Biever (nee Hagele)

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

Florid, August 21, 1918

Mary Catherine, daughter of John and Mary Hagele was born at Union Watermark, PA, March 22, 1856. She came with her parents to Putnam County, Illinois the last day of 1869. Resided at several different places for a number of years but for the last 45 years has resided in the home where she passed away, August 16, 1918 at the age of 62 years, 4 months and 25 days. She was united in marriage to Christian Biever at Granville, Illinois on teh 13th day of February 1876. To this union, one child was born, Mrs. Hanna Newport of Bogart, MO. Mrs. Biever was a member of the M.E. church at Strawn which was near her home but was much impressed by the Presbyterian faith. ................She has been failing in health for several years but her last illness was very sudden. She made no murmer of complaint. A delayed message prevented her having the solace of her loved daughter's company except for a few short hours at life's close. Besides the bereaved husband and daughter and three dearly beloved grandchildren, Mrs. Beiver is survived by several nieces and nephews and other relatives. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. P.H. Barstead at the Florid Presbyterian church, Sunday afternoon, August 18, 1918. Internment in the Florid cemetery.

Christian Biever

Taken From the Putnam Record

January 26, 1933, Florid News

Funeral services for Christian Biever of Bogard, Mo., but a former resident of this community, were held at the Presbyterian church in Florid Monday afternoon, the Rev. W. C. Heyl of Granville having charge of the services. Burial took place in the Florid cemetery beside his wife who preceded him in death fifteen years ago. His daughter, Mrs. Hannah Newport and granddaughter, Miss Katherine Newport of Bogard, attended the services, also relatives from Chicago, Granville and Hennepin.

Mrs. Drusilla Harrop Birch

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN

January 20, 1876
Died at Snachwine, Jan. 16, of general anemia, Drusilla Harrop, aged 25 years, wife of Rev. Henry C. Birch, M. E. pastor.
January 27 - Obituary:  The wife of Rev. H. C. Birch, a notice of whose death appeared in the Snachwine items of  The Republican of the 10th inst., was born July 31st, 1851, in Aston under Lyne,  Lancashire, England. Her maiden name was Drucilla Harrop. In childhood she was baptized, and afterwards confirmed according to the rites of the church of England. In 1866, she united with the church of United Presbyterians, of which church she remained a member until her marriage with the Rev. H. C. Birch on November 26th, 1870, when she changed her membership to the Methodist Episcopal church. ......... In the fall of 1874, Rev. H. C. Birch was by the conference assigned to the pastorate duties of the Methodist Episcopal church at Snachwine, Putnam county, Illinois, to the parsonage of which Mrs. Birch with her husband removed, soon after which, upon the birth of an infant, she was confined to a bed of sickness of more than a year’s duration, from the sufferings of which she was relieved by passing to the spiritual world on the evening on Sunday, January 15th, 1876. ....

W.H.G. Birney

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
September 16, 1869

At Hennepin, September 11, W. H. G. Birney, aged 42 years, 10 months and 27 days.
W. H. G. Birney departed this life a week ago, after a painful and protracted sickness. Mr. Birney was a printer, and well known in this part of the state. He has edited papers at Hennepin, Lacon, Chillicothe, and other places and showed considerable ability as a writer. He leaves a wife and several children to mourn his loss.

James Bishop

Taken From the Henry Republican
November 14, 1872
In Magnolia, Nov. 7, of bilious colic, James Bishop, aged about 45.
Putnam County News - Miscellaneous Items
Mr. James Bishop died very suddenly at Magnolia last Thursday. His complaint was bilious colic.

William Ault Bishop

Taken From the Putnam Record

October 1, 1936

Last Rites Sunday For William Ault Bishop

William Ault Bishop, son of John and Mary Bishop was born at Annville, PA, September 15, 1852. he came to the home of his uncle, Reuben Bishop at Hennepin, in 1877, where he followed the occupation of wagon and carriage maker for several years. Later, he engaged in farming until five years ago when ill health made it necessary for him to retire. He and his wife have spent the last two years in the homes of their children. After a long illness, he passed peacefully away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Viola Thomas, at the age of 84 years and 10 days. He was very patient and ever thoughtful of those caring for him.

He was united in marriage to Mary Jane Winterscheid of Hennepin, on Feb. 28, 1884, and to them were born two children, Charles H. Bishop of Sparland and Mrs. Viola Thomas of Benson. Beside the widow and two children, five grandchildren, Lois, Mary and Norma Thomas, Bernice and Ellsworth Bishop, survive. The funeral was held at the Methodist Church in Hennepin, Sunday, Sept. 27, with burial in Riverside Cemetery. The services were conducted by the Rev. Gillis with music in charge of W.A. Paxson, Mrs. Gillis and Miss Irene Zenor.

Mr. Bishop had been a member of the L.O.O. F. lodge of Annville, PA., for 63 years, being the oldest living member at the time of his death. Members of the order at Hennepin, conducted impressive services at the cemetery and acted as casket bearers. A kind husband, indulgent father, an good neighbor has passed to his reward after a long life, well spent.

Mrs. Mary A. Bissel

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY IL

December 11, 1879
At Wenona, Nov. 30, Mrs. Mary A. Bissel, 82. Settled in Magnolia in 1839, and was buried in its grave yard.

James E. Blake

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

July 16, 1875
Died at Granville, July 8 of cancer, Jas. E. Blake, over 50 years of age. He had been a surveyor of this county for several years and was a man much respected by his neighbors.

Mrs. Sarah Blanchard

April 1, 1880
Taken From the Henry Republican
Hennepin - Mrs. Sarah Blanchard of Ottawa died suddenly on Friday evening last, at her home, aged about 47 years. She was a sister of Mrs. Catharine Thomas of Hennepin, and a half sister of H. J. Swindler of Magnolia, and a cousin of Mahlon Newbern of Henry, and wife of Charles Blanchard of Ottawa. Ten weeks ago Mrs. B. attended the funeral of her father Isaac Gudgel here in Hennepin. She was then and up to the moment of her death the very picture of health; she leaves many relatives and friends in and around Hennepin.

Mrs. Minnie Cook (nee Blake) and Infant

Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL

December 9, 1880
At Chicago, Dec. 2, of heart disease, Minnie, wife of J. Lewis Cook, formerly of Henry. Also an infant son buried with the mother. Interment at Snachwine.

Snachwine - On Saturday last the morning train brought from Chicago J. Lewis Cook, his two daughters Clara and Viola, with all that remained of the dear wife and mother and infant son, she having died suddenly of heart disease on the morning of the 2d inst. Mr. Cook, son of Wm. F. Cook formerly of Henry, went to Chicago after the close of the war, where he married Miss Minnie Blake an English lady, who was loved by all who knew her, and who filled the place of wife and mother second to none. It has been Mr. Cook's sad duty since his residence in Chicago to bring the remains of six members of their family for burial (his father and two sisters having been buried in our cemetery before they left) and there were his only brother Dewitt C. Cook, two half brother Bonham boys, then a beautiful little daughter, and lastly the wife and companion, which is a crushing blow; his grief and anguish was seemingly too great for utterance. The funeral took place at the "Church of Christ", Elder Parker conducting the services on Sabbath at 11 a.m., and those who looked into that beautiful casket and seen those beautiful features of marble whiteness (the mother with her babe folded lovingly in her arms, as if it was too precious to leave behind,) will not soon forget the impression made upon them. Lewis having spent his childhood days in this vicinity, has very many warm friends who sympathize with him, and would were it possible, do anything for him to assuage his grief; but who can only commend him to God "who doeth all things well."

Children of Mrs. Boatman

Taken From the Henry Republican
Thursday, January 23, 1873
Putnam County News - Miscellaneous Items
Three more deaths of spotted fever in Hennepin. A Mrs. Boatman, of Florid, has lost two children, and another lies very low. There are several other cases

Samuel Boatman

Taken From the Henry Republican
September 8, 1870 - Putnam County Items

Samuel Boatman at Florid died of dysentary the day before. Bowel complaints are prevalent.

Mrs. Jane Bobbitt (nee Kays)

Taken From the Henry News Republican

March 18, 1915

Magnolia

Jane Kays was born near Abingdon, Knox county, Illinois, Feb. 6, 1838. She passed away March 13, 1915, at her home in Magnolia. Her age was 77 years, 1 month and 7 days.

When a small girl she came with her parents to the Oxbow neighborhood, where she lived till the time of her marriage, Sept. 20, 1857, to William W. Bobbitt. After their marriage they moved to Centralia, Ill., and lived there about one year. Moved from there to Wenona, and lived there about one year, where their first child was born.

From Wenona they moved to her father's farm north of Magnolia, where their second daughter was born. After living there three years they moved to the farm in the Oxbow neighborhood where they lived for 30 years. Here three other daughters were born. The second daughter died at the age of five years. In 1888 they moved to Magnolia, where she has since resided. Her husband passed away June 14, 1897.

She united with the Baptist church at Caledonia in early life and has lived a consistent Christian life to the day of her death. She is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Ida B. Funk; Mrs. M. Ella Phillips; Mrs. Clara E. Roberts; Mrs. Celia W. Spencer, and by seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren; one brother, Emory Kays of Phoenix, Ari., and Mrs. Sherman Cole of Ottawa, and a host of loyal friends.

The funeral services were held at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. W. Spencer on Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock and were in charge of the pastor, Rev. M. P. Lackland.

Chris. Bodemer

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

October 14, 1880 - Hennepin
Died at Windsor, Mo., Oct. 5, from a fall from a tree, C. Bodemer, 45, late a clothing merchant of Hennepin.

The body of Chris. Bodemer (mentioned last week) was brought from Princeton to Hennepin on Tuesday of last week and taken by invitation to the residence of Jasper Cecil, arriving at daylight. The friends accompanying were the widow and her daughter (Myrtle Leech), her brothers Wm. Ellis from Missouri and J. W. Ellis, a lumber merchant of Seneca. The body was buried at 11 a. m. We learn that Mr. Bodemer of Friday climbed a small hickory tree for the purpose of shaking down some nuts, and while doing so fell about 25 feet to the smooth ground, injuring his internally. He suffered great pain until 5 a. m. on Monday when he died.

Mrs. Magdalena Bodemer

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL
August 14, 1874

Died at her residence in Hennepin, August 12, of typhoid diarhea, Magdalena Bodemer, wife of Christopher Bodemer, age 42 years.

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
August 20, 1874

At Hennepin, August 12, of diarrhea, Magdalena, aged 42, wife of Christopher Bodemer, clothier.

John Bonges

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

Wednesday, April 30, 1902

John Bonges kills himself

Last Tuesday just before noon a telephone message came to Hennepin Central to call the doctor and the priest to John Bonges where he was dying. Dr. McCormick and Father Gahlman were called but both were absent so Dr. Hall of Florid and Father Powers of Spring Valley were summoned. The family was so excited that it was some time before the real facts could be learned. Mr. Bonges had shot himself and at first it was supposed that it was a case of suicide but further investigation does not bear out this theory. Mr. Bonges had carried a drink of water to his daughter Mrs. Hoffman who was working in a field near the house and after cautioning her to not overwork the horses as it was warm, went to the house and securing his shotgun, started to the river in search of game, as he was in the habit of doing almost daily. He had been gone but a minute, when the report of a gun was heard and on going out his wife found him lying about half way between the house and the road. Part of the charge had struck him in the abdomen and breast, but the main portion of it had seemed to have passed upward through his chin and face almost severing his nose. He lived between three and four hours before death came to his relief. It is believed that he either fell in a faint or stumbled to the ground and that the gun in falling was discharged with the above results. Mr. Bonges was about 73 years old and had moved to the home place about half a mile north of town almost about a year ago. He leaves a wife and four children Obituary and further particulars will be given next week.

Wednesday, May 7, 1902

Obituary

John Bonges was born in Holethum, Luxenburg, Germany the year 1828 and died April 29, 1902, age 73 years, 6 months and 23 days. He came to American in May 1852, was married in 1855 to Katherine Obeis who departed this life two years later. To them were born two children, both of whom died in infancy. In 1857, he was united in marriage to Suzanna Bedesheim. To this union were born four children, who with their mother are left to mourn his decease. In 1866, he came from Aurora to Hennepin, where he resided until the time of his death. His friends knew him to be an industrious, peaceful neighbor and in his home a most devoted father and husband, whose cheerful presence will be sorely missed. The comforting thought is that he died with perfect resignation to the will of the God. The funeral took place at 10:00 Friday morning from St. Anthony's Catholic Church, mass being celebrated by Rev. F. Gahlman. The relatives wish to express their thanks to the friends who kindly assisted them in their hour of sorrow.

Mrs. Huldah Bosley

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

October 5, 1876
Died at Hennepin, Sept. 19, of consumption, Mrs. Huldah Bosley, aged 70 years, mother of W. S. Bosley

William S. Bosley

March 27, 1902

William S. Bosley was born in Uniontown, Penn., January 18, 1833 and after a brief illness, died at this home in Tonica, Ill., March 14, 1902, aged 69 years, 1 month, 27 days. He was joined in marriage to Mary D. Nesmith, Oct. 31, 1858. Nine children were born to them, five sons and four daughters. One died in infancy and a son (Thomas) when 28 years old. Names of survivors: Nannie B. Curstead, Minnie M. Kays, Elizabeth M. Lambert, Reese S., James H., Carl E. and Dollie D. Mr. Bosley moved from his native state to Putnam County, Ill. in 1858, and there passed the greater part of his life enjoying the highest esteem of his neighbors and friends who knew him as a Christian man and a worthy citizen. In his young manhood he remembered his Creator, confessed his faith in Christ, and united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church; and remained identified with that church till called to the church triumphant above.

In the dark days of the civil war, he responded to the call of his endangered country and enlisted in Co. H, 104th Reg. Ill., Vol, Inf. His service extended to between 3 and 4 years, a part of the time as quartermaster of Camp Douglas with its thousands of Confederate prisoners of War. His discharge shows the high regard in which he was held by those in authority over him.

The funeral services were held at his late home on Monday, March 17, at 9 o'clock A.M., conducted by Rev. F.R. Lord, pastor of Tonica M.E. church, assisted by Rev. T. Barker, pastor of Tonica Congregational church and Rev. A. Mills of the Quaker church. Interment in Cottage Hill (Union Grove) cemetery.

Mrs. Mary Bowars (nee Hartenbower)

Taken From the Henry Republican
December 14, 1871

In this city (Henry), Dec. 8, of consumption, Mary, aged 32, wife of John Bowars, and daughter of Christian Hartenbower of Putnam county.

William Bower

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

February 9, 1899
Granville - Feb. 6
William Bower, Sr., who was reported last week as being very sick, died Thrusday afternoon, January 31.  The funeral was held Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at the Congregational church in Tonica.  Rev. J. W. Fox of Forrest, conducted the services.  Chas. Barnard and sons, Frank and James: A. J. Robinson, Charles Chase and Mrs. and Mrs. E. Culter of Granville attended the funeral.

Deceased was born in Born county, Ohio and was 84 years old.  Four over 30 years he lived on the Peru road, five miles from Granville, and was a member of the Congregational church here.  Three years ago he moved to Tonica where he has since resided.  At the time of the funeral, Mrs. Bower was somewhat better, though not able to attend.

Mrs. Bell Bowles (nee Condit)

Taken From the Henry Republican
March 11, 1897
The sad intelligence came by wire Saturday, that Mrs. Bell (Condit) Bowles had passed away at 6 o’clock a.m., at her home in Los Angeles, Cal.. We proffer our sincere sympathy to the relatives in their bereavement, for well we know that one worthy of great love, and possessing that touch of the Master’s spirit which makes her lovely to heaven as well as to earth, has met the angels of a higher life and put on immortality, which is fraught not with the cares and tears of this mortal sphere.

Aggie Mildred Bowman

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

November 6, 1874
Died in Hennepin, Wednesday, Nov. 4, of quick consumption, Aggie Mildred, daughter of Rankin Bowman, age 8 years, 10 months, 4 days.

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL

November 12, 1874

At Hennepin, Nov. 4, of quick consumption, Angie Midred, aged 8 years, daughter of Rankin Bowman.

Allie Bowman

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN
December 21, 1876

At Hennepin, Dec. 10, Allie, aged 18 months, daughter of R. and M.A. Bowman.

Eva Bowman

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
May 20, 1875
Died At Hennepin, May 10 of cancerous tumor, Eva Bowman, age 4 years.

Jacob Bowman

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL,  April 4, 1878
Jacob Bowman died last Friday evening, after a lingering illness of several months. Mr. Bowman was one of the early settlers here.

Richard W. Bowman

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

February 23, 1899
Richard W. Bowman, stricken with apoplexy, fell and expired at the gate of the cemetery as the funeral cortege of his nephew by marriage, the late J. H. Seaton, was passing through it, Sunday afternoon a little after 3 o'clock.  Mr. Bowman had been suffering from a very severe cold for several days but he felt much better Sunday and ate an unusually hearty dinner.  In the afternoon he attended the funeral services of J. H. Seaton, at the M. E. church.  Wanting to attend the remains to their last resting place, he hastened home after the services to get his overcoat, then, in company with Will Read, walked out to the cemetery gate and there waited for the cortege to come up.

The Hennepin Post of the G. A. R., at the head of the procession, came up, halted, opened ranks and the hearse and one or two carriages passed through when Mr. Bowman, who had been leaning against one of the gate posts, was seen to turn half-around and pitch forward to the ground on his knees and face. Spectators of the incident rushed to his assistance, but aside from a few beats of the pulse, he was dead. A stretcher was procured and, for the first time in the history of Putnam coounty, the sad spectacle of the same relatives taking one member of the family to the City of the Dead and bringing one home with them, was witnessed.  Cononer Taylor empanelled a jury that evening composed of J. A. Devor, C. H. Eddy, Geo. C. Read, S. H. Ray, W. E. Towle and Earnest Bliss, who, after reviewing the testimony of those who witnessed the tragic incident, returned a verdict of death cased by apoplexy.

Richard W. Bowman was born in Brook county, Va., February 22, 1832, and was 66 years, 11 months and 25 days old at the time of his death.  He came to Hennein over 40 years ago and lived here ever since.  He was a member of the M. e. church in good standing and one of Hennepin's respected citizens.  He was one of a family of six children of whom, two survive him, Mrs. Mary Moore of Granville and Rankin Bowman of Streator.

He was united in marriage with Isabelle Patterson, December 23, 1857. Five children, two sons and three daughters survive (...can't read...) Interment at Riverside cemtery.

Abner Boyle

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL

Thursday, Mar. 11, 1886
Abner Boyle
Abner Boyle who died at Lostant on Friday, was one of the pioneers of Putnam County, locating on the farm he still owned in 1829. He was a native of Bedford Co. Va, born in 1808. A portion of his early life was spent in Kentucky. He moved to Illinois in 1829.  Married Matilda Wilson in 1834, five children resulting. He was the first Post Master in Putnam County, located at Magnolia. He has also represented the county as supervisor and assessor. He owns about 800 acres of land, lying in Putnam and LaSalle counties.  Mr. Boyle was one of God’s noblemen, conscientious, strictly moral and upright in all his dealings and intercourse. Beloved as father, neighbor, citizen and friend and departs at the sundown of a usefull, well ordered and successful lifes work.

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
Thursday, March 18, 1886
Mineral Springs (Delayed from last week)
Uncle Abner Boyle of Lostant was buried at the Boyle cemetery in the Oxbow on March 8th. Mr. B. was advanced in age, being 78 years. He was a good man. One by one, the old settlers are passing away. A few more, and there will not be one left of the old Oxbow settlers.

B. A. Boyle

Taken From The Putnam Standard
Friday, April 20, 1860

Died on Sunday morning last after a painful illness, at his residence on the Hennepin Prairie, near Hennepin, Mr. B. A. Boyle, aged about 36 years.

Mrs. Catherine Albert (nee Boyer)

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD

April 19, 1883

Died at her residence in Hennepin, April 13, 1883, at 5 o'clock a.m., Mrs. Catherine, wife of Daniel Albert, aged 64 years, 1 month and 21 days.

Catherine Boyer was born February 22, 1819 in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania and was married to Daniel B. Albert, December 11, 1833. She was the mother of 10 children, 5 boys and 5 girls and seven of that number are yet living. In April 1842, Mr. And Mrs. Albert came to Illinois arriving on the 18th day and have made this county their home ever since.

Deceased has lived a devoted Christian life for a period of about 44 years. She had been a sufferer for more than a year but had been confined to her bed but very little of the time. Some two days previous to her death, she was prostrated with a congestive chill from which she never rallied but sank rapidly until death relieved her. The funeral was preached in the Congregational church at Hennepin, Saturday the 14th at 2 o'clock p.m. by Rev. J. P. Barrett and the remains were taken to Florid and laid away in the cemetery of that place. She leaves an aged husband and seven children who deeply mourn her loss.

Mrs. Sarah J. Stickel (nee Bracken)

Putnam Record
August 24, 1899

Death of Mrs. Hiram Stickel

Mrs. Hiram Stickel died at her home in Princeton August 9, after a brief illness. But one day previous to her death, she was seized with a severe stroke of paralysis, from which she never rallied or regained consciousness, and which resulted in her death the following day. Most of her children and her only brother were at her bedside when death came. The funeral was held at their spacious home on Vernon avenue, Rev. Case, of Princeton delivering the funeral sermon.

At the close of this beautiful and impressive service, the cortege slowly wended its way to Oakland cemetery where the remains were laid to rest.

Mrs. Stickel leaves a husband and six children to mourn their loss, all of whom were present, except one son who lives in California. She also leaves one brother, William Bracken, who is now the sole survivor of their father's family. Mr. and Mrs. Stickel lived and reared their children about three miles west of Putnam, on the old homestead occupied now by their youngest son, William Stickel.

It was one of the most hospitable homes we have ever known of; a welcome or a home, was given to all who sought, and it would seem as if by way of a reward, yet we know too that it was earned by toil, that great competence was bestowed upon them and when declining years seemed to be approaching them, they left the farm and moved to Princeton to enjoy a more restful life, since which time their home has been a veritable Mecca for their children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and all their many relatives and friends, and now that death has entered this grand old home and taken away so much of its life and glory again they have journeyed thither to how the will to submission, while they "tarry yet a little while.".

Sarah J. Bracken Stickel was born in Columbiana county, O., May 27, 1832, and died August 9, 1899, being 67 years, 2 months and 13 days old. She was married to Hiram Stickel November 22, 1845. By this union, six children, four boys and two girls, were born, all of whom survive her. She united with the Christian church over fifty years ago, and was a very devoted disciple of the Lord, and a faithful honored member of his church.

William Bradford

Taken From the Marshall County Telegraph
July 12, 1866

At Snachwine, July 3, Anna, wife of William Bradford, age 77 years. Mrs. Bradford has lived to a good old age and has passed away beloved and esteemed by all who knew her. She joined the Baptist church when she was 17 years old and has been a consistent member of it for 60 years. Few leave behind such a record as this. She rests in peace.

Mr. Bradford

TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN AND PUTNAM COUNTY REGISTER, HENRY, IL
June 4, 1868

Old Mr. Bradford, one of the oldest settlers of Snachwine, died two or three weeks since in Minnesota, at the residence of George Fanning, his son-in-law. He had been persuaded by his daughters here to migrate to Minnesota where the rest of the family were residing and doing well, and where it was thought he might improve his health, and he sold out his nice farm at Snachwine during the winter for that purpose. His health was not good, and when ready to start was detained here for several days, being unable to go.

His son-in-laws N. A.Melick and Reed Garretson, started in teams, while Mr. Bradford went by rail. He reached Lincoln, Minnesota, in a more enfeebled condition, and in three days closed his eyes, forever to that which is earthly. He was a man quiet and unassuming, warm-hearted and beloved, a most excellent citizen, and a Christian gentleman. He was very highly esteemed at Snachwine. His age must have been about 65. His venerable companion preceded him to the spiritual world about two years ago.  To revert to the memory of this aged pair is but to repeat - “Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.”

Arthur Bray

Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL

FLORID, SEPTEMBER 10, 1931

Mrs. E.G. Henning received word of the death of Arthur Bray of Corning, Iowa, who was killed by coming in contact with a live wire. Mr. Bray was the son-in-law of Bert Cassell and just a few weeks ago they visited here. It was a great shock to hear of his death.

Son of Thomas Brenn

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

January 19, 1882 - Magnolia

Again we have to record another death by diphtheria in the already affected family of Thomas Brenn, this time a boy of 12 years. He was sick about a week. This is the fourth child Mr. Brenn has buried within the short space of three weeks. Two of his other children were slightly attacked with the same disease but they are considered about over it. Fortunately no other in this neighborhood have been attacked.

Synthelia Tumelson Clemmons Bridgeman

Obituary of Synthelia Tumelson Clemmons Bridgeman

Courtesy Marilyn Strode Fitze

Marilyn writes: "Saw your web site and thought you might like this information. Others researching Nathan Samuel Bridgeman, MD would be interested in Bridgeman family information, if you know of any. His father is thought to be William Bridgeman

Obituary copy from Lena P. Truster - newspaper unknown to me

Memorial Services For Mrs. Bridgeman

Last memorial services were conducted Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock from the First Baptist church for Mrs. Synthelia Bridgeman, a pioneer resident of Broken Arrow, who died Friday morning at her home following a long illness.

Mrs Snythelia[sic] Tumelson Bridgeman was born in Jasper county, Illinois, July 26, 1853, and was 85 years, five months and eleven days of age at the time of her death. She was married to Thomas Clemmons on March 7, 1872. They resided on a farm near Granville, Illinois, and Mr. Clemmons died nine months after their marriage.

On July 20, 1874, she was united in marriage to Nathan Sam Bridgeman, M.D. They lived at Granville about two years and then moved to Brockton, Illinois, where they lived for about six years, moving then to Winfield, Kansas, about 1890, where their son Frank was born. The other children being Claud, Corry Belle and Everette. Corry Belle died at the age of four years.

From Winfield they moved to northern Oklahoma and homesteaded a farm where they lived for twelve years. From there to Hennessey for two years and then to Broken Arrow where they resided about one-and-a-half years before going to Sand Springs to make their home, and where Dr. Bridgeman had a stroke in 1914. Mrs. Bridgeman loved Broken Arrow so she and her husband moved back.

Dr. Bridgeman died in 1922, after being in a helpless condition for six years. Mrs. Bridgeman continued to make her home here. She united with the Methodist church of Granville, Ill., at the age of twenty-three years. After moving to Winfield, Kansas she united with the Baptist church. In 1921 she became a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Mrs Bridgeman is survived by one brother, Elsworth Tumelson of St. Louis, Mo., and two sons, Claude B. Bridgeman of Butler and Everett Bridgeman of Yakima, Washington. Rev. B. H. Elsey, pastor of the First Baptist church officiated at the services and interment was in Park Grove cemetery. Barth Funeral home was in charge of arrangements.

Those attending the services from out of town were: Mr. and Mrs. Whitlock of El Reno, Mrs. Frank Bridgeman of Ponca City, Mrs. E. E. Tumelson and family of St. Louis, Mrs. Betty Kluts of Oklahoma City and Mr. and Mrs. Campbell of Tulsa. (copy from Lena P. Truster 5/31/2001)

CHILDREN: Frank Brigeman, Claude B Bridgeman, Corry Belle Bridgeman, Everett Bridgeman

My interest is in the Tumelson line from Jasper Co. IL

Yours in genealogy
Marilyn Strode Fitze

Mary E. Brotherhood

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

June 15, 1876
Died At Lacon, June 1, Mary E., elder daughter of J. B. and Sarah Brotherhood of Magnolia.

Charlie Brown

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

Florid, March 3, 1920

Charlie Brown, an old man who lived south of Florid for years but was removed to the county Poor Farm on account of the infirmities of age died and was buried in the Florid cemetery last week.

March 10, 1920

Passing of Charlie Brown

Charlie Brown was born in the state of New York. His parents died leaving four small children, three boys and one girl with no means of support. The sister died when quite young leaving the boys to manage for themselves. Charlie thought he would like the life of a sailor and followed this occupation for some time, sailing on the Atlantic ocean and on the Red Sea. Becoming tired of this kind of life, he spent some time in London and other large cities in England, the native land of his parents. He eventually returned to the United States and came to Illinois in the year 1870 or 71 and worked on the railroad grade that was being built through this part of the country. Mr. Brown's age was unknown but by careful reckoning he is supposed to have been some eighty years. The funeral services were held at the Florid church, Wednesday, March 3, conducted by Reverend R.H. Barstead. Internment was in the Florid cemetery. These facts were received from Mrs. Will Munis. Charlie Brown during his lifetime was a frequent visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Shepherd, parents of Mrs. Munis and after their death, he visited the Will Munis home and related to them many past experiences.

Son of David Brown

Henry Republican
Florid, April 15, 1897
A sad and fateful accident happened just south of Florid, Sunday week a little before noon details of which we copy from the Hennepin record. As near as we have been able to get the facts, the accident occurred in this way. During the fore noon some persons saw some foxes near the residence of David Brown on the Leech farm and going to Mr. Brown’s, asked him to get his gun and go after the foxes. As Mr. Brown was leaving the house, his little son, a trifle over 3 years of age asked to accompany his father and was allowed to go. After some time spent walking through the timber without seeing any foxes, Mr. Brown and little son started for home, Brown walking in front of the boy with his gun on his shoulder and while passing down a hill which put the little boy’s head exactly in the line of range with the gun, the weapon was discharged, the load striking the boy in the head, killing him instantly. Of course Mr. Brown does not know how the gun was discharged, but thinks the hammer was caught in his coat in such a way as to explode the cap. The charge tore open the entire upper part of the skull and took out about 1/2 of the brain. This is certainly one of the saddest accidents that has occurred in this locality for many years and the parents are almost heart-broken and are deserved the sympathy of the entire community.

Harry Brown

Taken From the Henry Republican, Henry, IL

July 24, 1930

Funeral services for Harry Brown of Chicago were held at the church here Sunday afternoon after which the remains were laid to rest in the Florid cemetery. Services were conducted by Rev. R.A. Reeves of Tiskilwa, assisted by Rev. J. Lucky of Hennepin.

James Bruce

Taken From the Henry Republican
December 4, 1873
Died in Snachwine, Nov. 28, of consumption, James Bruce, aged 65 years.

Putnam County News - Snachwine
Our little village is sadly afflicted, as during the past two weeks we have lost two of our noble citizens, first Wm. Ball (of which there was an account last week), second an old residenter, Mr. J. A. Bruce, who has suffered a long time with the dropsy, and but a few days ago commenced improving, and with the skillful treatment of his physician (Dr. Nye) he no doubt would have recovered, had he not caught cold, which immediately settled on his lungs. He died Thursday evening of last week at  12 o'clock.  Old Mr. Bruce was 65 3/4 years of age, born in Pennsylvania county, Virginia, a cooper by trade, and an old member and class leader of the M. E. church at this place. The society feels the loss of him greatly. He was highly respected by all who knew him.  His funeral was largely attended.  The sermon was preached by Rev. Ferris, at the M. E. church.  It was a touching scene, the whole congregation seemed heart stricken.  The remains were encased in a beautiful casket.  One of his sons, who has been living in Iowa, will move here to take charge of the property and care for his widowed mother.

August C. Brumfield

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL
May 1, 1879
August C. Brumfield died on Monday at 7 p.m., aged nearly 51 years. He was married December 28, 1869 to Miss Martha, daughter of William Allen. He leaves his wife, his mother, two sisters and a brother and many friends to mourn his departure. The funeral took place from the M. E. church in Hennepin, at 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

Johnnie Brumfield

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
February 1, 1877 - Hennepin
Last Wednesday a little son of John Brumfield fell into a vessel of hot feed for hogs, and was so severely scalded, it lived but 24 hours. Funeral from the house Friday last, at 2 p.m.

Johnnie Brumfield

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLIC, HENRY, IL
February 8, 1877
At Hennepin, Jan. 25, Johnnie, aged 3 years, son of John and Maggie Brumfield.

Mrs. Margarette Elizabeth Brumfield (nee Markley)

TAKEN FROM THE PUTNAM RECORD, HENNEPIN, IL

April 20 1899

Margarette Elizabeth Markley was born August 24 1840, in Louisianna, Mo., and lived there until her marriage to John T. Brumfield, Nov. 9, 1865, when she came to Hennepin to live.  In the fall of 1897, finding her health failing, she returned there hoping to regain it.  During the winter of 1898-9, she had an attack of the grippe, followed by a low fever, and gradually grew weaker until her death, which occurred at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Jonathan Pierce, April 14, at 10:30 pm.  She leaveas two children, Cora and Jesse, and a husband to mourn their loss.  Her body was prepared and shipped to Hennepin, attended by a nephew and her daughter.  She had been a member of the M. E. church for 10 years.

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Noyes (nee Brumfield)

Taken From the Henry Republican
November 27, 1879
Died at Hennepin, Nov. 11, Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Noyes, nee Brumfield, 53.

Katherine Burger

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

April 22, 1880
Died at Snachwine, April 20, Katherine Burger, 75. Internment at German cemetery in Henry township.

Mrs. Simon Burger and infant

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN, HENRY, IL, August 8, 1878

Local Items

Mrs. Burger, the wife of Simon Burger, living near George Sparlings in Snachwine township, died suddenly on Sunday. The infant died with its mother. Mrs. B. was an affectionate wife and mother and her death is a sore bereavement with the family and friends. The funeral was held on Monday at the German church in this city.

Lelia Lillian Burney

TAKEN FROM THE MARSHALL COUNTY REPUBLICAN AND PUTNAM COUNTY REGISTER, HENRY, IL
November 19, 1868
At Hennepin, Oct. 30, Lelia Lillian, daughter of W. H. G. and M. E. Burney, aged 1 year, 1 month.

Willie Burnham

Taken From the Hennepin Tribune
December 25, 1857

Died Sunday last, 20th inst., after nine weeks sickness, Willie Burnham, aged 1 year, 2 months and 15 days, only son of Albert and Sara Burnham of Hennepin.

Mrs. Burns

Taken From the Henry Republican

February 24, 1876
In Park Ridge, Cook county, Feb. 12, of consumption, wife of Rev. Mr. Burns, formerly pastor Presbyterian church at Granville.

Infant son of Charles Burt

Taken From the Henry Republican
February 29, 1872

At Magnolia, Putnam Co., Feb. 4, Willie, infant son of Charles and Mary B. Burt

Mrs. C. B. Butterweck

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY NEWS REPUBLICAN

September 24, 1903

Died between Florid and Cottage Hill on Sunday, Mrs. C.G. Butterweck, aged 57. Burial at Granville. The only religious service was a prayer at the grave by a Granville minister. The pallbearers were grand army comrades from Hennepin.

Mrs. Catharine Byers (nee Cassell)

TAKEN FROM THE HENRY REPUBLICAN

THURSDAY, MAY 4, 1876
At Jessup, Iowa, April 3, Mrs. Catharine Byers, age 75 years, 9 months, 17 days, late of Granville, Putnam County.

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