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Obituary for Bessie Fowler Brand
Mrs. Bessie Brand of Avon Dies at 79
  Mrs. Bessie Brand, 79, of Avon died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 1970 at 12:15 p.m. at Saunders Hospital in Avon.
  Funeral services will be Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Corman Memorial Home in Avon.  The Rev. D. C. McMilian will conduct the services with burial in Avon Cemetery.  Friends may call and visitation with the family will be Thursday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
  She was born Dec. 4, 1891, in Industry, the daughter of Peter and Susan Justus* Fowler.  On July 23, 1910, she married Vern Brand at Industry.  He died in 1964.  She lived in Industry until 1937 when she and her husband moved to Avon.
  Surviving are one son, George Brand, of Avon; and one grandson.
  Preceding her in death were her husband, one brother and two sisters.
  Note: *Susan Justus, daughter of Moses Jefferson Justus & Sarah Ann Peak  and sister to Margaret Ann Justus Young (some of the Justus are listed in  Schuyler Co. Records) Submitted by Betty Young Adair, 2nd cousin.  Bessie & Vern operated a bakery in Industry.  I liked the big peanuts with brown skins roasted in.
Obituary for Josie France Breckenridge
Rushville Times, August 9, 2000, page 11, column 3
Josie Breckenridge
  Josie Breckenridge, 102, of Morton died Friday, Aug. 4, 2000, at her home. She was born Feb. 5, 1898, in Ipava, the daughter of John and Carrie (Wheeler) France. She married James F. Breckenridge Sept. 13, 1917, in Lewistown. He died Feb. 20, 1978.
  She was also preceded in death by four brothers, one sister and two sons.
  She is survived by four daughters, Faye Corbin of Farmington Hills, Mich., Ruth (husband Franklin) Sprecher of Canton, Ann Simons of Statesville, N.C., and Alice (husband William) Seward of Naples, Fla.; three sons, Fred Breckenridge of Westland, Mich., Ned (wife Sarah) Breckenridge of Morton and Bernard Breckenridge of Peoria; 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
  She was a homemaker.
  Services were held Monday, Aug. 7 at the Shawgo Memorial Home in Ipava.  The Rev. Damien Spikereit officiated.  Burial was in the Ipava Cernetery.
Obituary for Ruby Heath Brehm
Rushville Times, July 26, 2000, page 13, column 5
Rushville Times, Wednesday, August 2, 2000, page 11, column 1
Ruby Brehm
  Ruby Brehm, 91, of Turlock, Calif., formerly of Astoria, died Saturday, July 22, 2000, at Turlock Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
  She was born July 3, 1909, in Astoria, the daughter of Frank E. and Agnes M. (Serff) Heath. She married Milfred C. Brehm on May 2, 1927. He died April  27, 1969.
  She also was preceded in death by a son, Steve; one granddaughter; two brothers, Samuel and Willis Heath; and one sister, Opal Schisler.
  Surviving are one son, Lee (wife, Deloris) Brehm of Ceres, Calif; two grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and 10 nieces and nephews.
  She was a member of First Baptist Church in Turlock, Calif.
  She was a homemaker. She was born and raised in Astoria, moving to California in 1952.
  Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, July 28, 2000, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, with Reverend Marian Stone officiating. Visitation will he one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial will be (was) at Woodland Cemetery in Astoria. Memorials may be made to Woodland Cemetery.
Obituary for Pauline A. Myers Bressler
Rushville Times, March 8, 2000, page 15, column 3
Pauline A. Bressler
  Pauline A. Bressler, 73, of Astoria, died Thursday, March 2, 2000 at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
  She was born Jan. 12, 1927, in Pottstown, the daughter of Walter W. and Stella (Largent) Myers.
She married Dale E. Bressler, Sr., on March 25, 1952.
  She was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.
  Survivors include three daughters, Pauline A. Skiles of Astoria, Carol A. DeLathouwer of Astoria and Judy A. Bressler of Astoria; two sons, Dale E. Bressler, Jr. of Astoria and Earl W. Bressler of Westmont; six grandchildren; and one sister, Caroline A. DeWester of Farmington.
She was a homemaker.
  Services were Saturday, March 5, 2000, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Pastor Marian Stone officiating.  BurIal was in Woodland Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Astoria Rescue Squad.
Obituary for Donald W. Brewer I
Rushville Times, August 9, 2000, page 11, column 4
Donald W. Brewer
  Donald W. Brewer, 81, of Beardstown, died Monday afternoon, July 31, 2000, at his residence.
  He was born Oct. 27, 1918, in Beardstown, the son of Albert D. and Rachel M. Ramsey Brewer.
  He is survived by two sons, Donald W. of Beardstown and Melvin J. of Rushville; two daughters, Susan Heller and Wyllia McClure, both of Beardstown; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
  He was preceded in death by one son, Michael Leo, four brothers and four sisters.
  He served in the 101st Airborne Division in the European Theater during World War II.
  Graveside services for the cremains were held Thursday at the Beardstown City Cemetery where military rites were held. The Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown was in charge of the arrangements.
  Memorials may be given to the Cass County Hospice.
Obituary for Judy Mahnken Brewer
Rushville Times, Wednesday, June 20, 2001, page 13, column 5
Judy Brewer
   Judy Brewer, 51, of Beardstown, died Monday morning, June 18, 2001, at her residence.
   She was born November 16, 1949, in Beardstown, the daughter of Jerry and Josephine Logsdon Mahnken.  She married Donald Brewer on September 2, 1966, at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Beardstown.  He survives in Beardstown.
   Also surviving are her mother, Josephine Demaree, of Beardstown; her father and step-mother Jerry and Delores Mahnken, of Beardstown; one son Donald "Chris" Brewer (wife Barbara) of Beardstown; one daughter, Mrs. Gabe (Dawn) Seward, of Beardstown; two grandsons; one brother, Scott Mahnken (wife, Robin) of Springfield; one sister, Mrs. Thomas (Terri Jo) Barker of Davenport, Iowa; one half-sister, Tracey Parsons, of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.
   Mrs. Brewer attended Beardstown High School.  She was a member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Beardstown.  She owned and operated Brewer Upholstery in her home in Beardstown for 25 years.  Mrs. Brewer founded an Internet support group called Stage Four Breast Cancer Club.  She enjoyed flower gardening and especially cherished time spent with her grandsons.
   A memorial service for Judy Brewer will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 20, 2001, at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Beardstown with Rev. Gary W. Sproat and Rev. Richard Pigg officiating.  Memorials have been suggested to the Cass County Hospice.  Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown is in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Grace Young Bridges
Grace Young Bridges, Blandinsville, Dies
  Mrs. Grace Young Bridges, 87, formerly of Blandinsville, dies at 2:15 p.m. Friday at the Americana Nursing Center.
  Funeral services will be held at the Clugston Chapel in Blandinsville at 2 p.m. Monday.  The Rev. Virgil Kelly will officiate and burial will be in the Glade City Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. Sunday until time of services.  The family will meet with friends from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday evening.  Those wishing to do so may make contributions to the Blandinsville Hire United Heart Fund.
  Mrs. Bridges was born Oct. 18, 1887, near Industry, the daughter of James and Margaret Justus Young.  She spent her early life near Industry, then lived in Sciota, spent 1 year in Fairview and has lived in Blandinsville since 1928.
  She married Glenn Bridges on November 28, 1907.  He died in Feb. 1954.  She was a former member of the Industry Christian Church.
  Mrs. Bridges is survived by one son, Milan Bridges of Rock Island; and two daughters, Mrs. Margaret Portwood of Canton and Mrs. Eleanor Anderson of Blandinsville; five grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; one step grandchild and two brothers, Ed Young of Industry and Ira Young of Decatur.
  She was preceded in death by one son, Glade, one great grandchild, two brothers, Orrie and Willis, and a half-sister, Mrs. George (Nellie) Logan.
  Submitted by Betty Young Adair, Niece
Obituary for Margaret E. Bailey Bridgewater
Rushville Times, May 17, 2000, page 4B, column 1
Margaret Bridgewater
    Margaret E. Bridgewater, 94, of LaPrairie, formerly of Timewell and Versailles, died Tuesday, May 2, 2000, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
    She was born Oct. 15, 1905, in Cass County, the daughter of William Edgar and Ida Mae Howell Bailey, and was raised in the home of her great aunt and uncle, George and Dora Clements, in Schuyler County. She married Raymond Orson Bridgewater on May 17, 1926, in Rushville. He preceded her in death on Nov. 16, 1975.
    Mrs. Bridgewater was a homemaker, and she attended Schuyler County schools. Mrs. Bridgewater was baptized a Christian and attended LaGrange Chapel in Brown County and the Missionary Bible Church of LaPrairie. She was a true nature lover and always enjoyed reading and crocheting.
    Survivors include three daughters, Dora Mae Peacock of Abingdon, Eloise Patton (husband, Bob) of Timewell, and Dorothy Hauser of LaPrairie; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Irene Smyers of Versailles and Merrita Bridgewater of Bardolph; and several nieces and nephews.
    She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Charles Bailey, and one great-granddaughter.
    Funeral services were Friday, May 5, 2000, at the Hendricker Funeral Home in Mt. Sterling with Rev. Bill Brown officiating.
    Burial was in the Mounds Cemetery near Timewell.
    Memorials are suggested to the Quincy Humane Society or the LaPrairie Community Church.
    The Hendricker Funeral Home in Mt. Sterling was in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for Mary "Adaline" Adaline Rittenhouse Briggs
Rushville Times, February 1914
    Mary Adaline Briggs, daughter of Washington and Lavina Rittenhouse, was born in Bainbridge township, Aug. 7, 1865; passed away Feb. 7, 1914; age 48 years, 6 months. She was the eldest of a family of fourteen children, two dying in infancy. She is the first of the twelve that grew to manhood and womanhood to depart this life; the remaining brothers and sisters are: Mrs. Nora Jacobs, Mrs. Nancy Davis, Mrs. Belle Thompson, Mrs. Maud Valentine, Mrs. Grace Ambrosius, Miss Lottie, Chalmer, Russel, Grove and Henry Rittenhouse, all of Rushville, and Will Rittenhouse of Arizona, and an aged father and mother. She was married to Elias Jefferson Briggs, Nov. 8, 1883; spent all her life in this vicinity, except four years in the west. To this union nine children were born, seven girls and two boys namely: Mrs. Bessie Black, Mrs. Nora Wells, Mrs. Lida Vancil, Mrs. Effie Smith, all of Rushville, Ill., Mrs. Stella Vancil of Canton, Ill., Orvall and Bertha resided at home, Rosa May and Eli Russel dying in childhood. There are also seven grand children that will miss that welcome greeting that she always met her dear ones with.
    Mrs. Briggs united with the Marvin Chapel M. E. church, South, in the spring of 1896, and lived true to her belief, trusting in Jesus as was shown by her daily walk and conversation.
Obituary of Henry Edward Brines
Rushville Times, March 31, 1921
  "Henry Edward Brines, a pioneer resident of Schuyler County, died last Thursday at the home of his sisters, Misses Lou and Harriett Brines, near Pleasantview in his eighty-eighth year.
  Funeral services, conducted by Rev. C. P. Wright, were held from the late residence on Saturday afternoon.  Internment was in the Messerer cemetery.
  Henry Edward Brines, oldest son of Roswell and Delila Brines was born in Schuyler County, Ill. Oct. 6, 1833, and died near Pleasantview, March 24, 1921, age 87 years, five months and 18 days. He went to California in the early fifties, seeking gold, and remained there for three years, and afterward in later years, made another trip.  He married Martha Garrett, and to this union were born five children.  Three are still living.  Thomas and John of Colorado and Jessie Brown of Nebraska.  Besides these he leaves two brothers, George of Rushville and Thomas of Pleasantview; and three sisters, Lou and Harriet of Pleasantview and Ermine Reeve of Rushville to mourn his departure.
  He was made a Master Mason of Rushville Lodge No. 9, in Nov. 1859.
  He was a generous, free hearted man and his aim in life was "Do unto others as ye would they would do unto you."
  He was a merchant in Pleasantview for many years.  He moved from there to Nebraska where he remained forty years as a farmer.  He went from there to California, where he lived for thirteen years and then came back to the old home about 3 years ago.
  Card of Thanks:  We wish to thank all our friends and neighbors who helped us during the sickness and death of our brother Henry. Lou and Harriet Brines
Obituary for Martha Garrett Brines
died: February 1915
Rushville Times, March 4, 1915
 Mrs. Henry E. Brines
  On Monday of this week, Mrs. M. W. Greer received news of the death of Martha Brines where she died at Bridgeport, Nebraska at the age of seventy-eight, Mrs. Brines was the youngest child of Thomas I. Garrett.
  She was born in Kentucky and came with her parents to Rushville when a babe, where her early childhood was spent.
  Later she became the wife of Henry E. Brines and lived for a number of years in Pleasantview, where Mr. Brines conducted a general store, some thirty years ago they removed to Nebraska, where she has since resided. Mrs. Brines spent the greater part of the winter since 1913 and 1914 in this vicinity visiting her aged sister, Mrs. F. H. D. Kruse, who is the sole survivor of the Garrett family, which consisted of 8 children; three boys and five girls, all of who lived to rear families.
Obituary for Ralph Briney
Rushville Times, Wednesday, March 14, 2001, page 13, column 4
Ralph Briney
  Ralph Briney, 87, of Astoria, died Monday, March 12, 2001, at Heritage Manor South in Beardstown.
  He was born May 25, 1913, in Bluff City, the son of John and Charlotte (Shaw) Briney.
  He married Frances Stremmel on Feb. 18, 1933, in Rushville.  She survives.
  Also surviving are two sons, Charles "Bud" (wife Betty) Briney of Astoria and Ronald (wife Barbara) Briney of New Braunfels, Texas; one daughter, Mrs. Greg (Kay) Ripp of Hubertus, Wisc.; nine grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; and two sisters, Esther Chu of Lavern, Calif., and Helen Crisner of Mesa, Ariz.
  He was preceded in death by three brothers, Harold, Wilburn and Hershel; and one sister, Evelyn Thurston.
  He was a 32nd Degree Mason at the Vermont Masonic Lodge #116, a member of Ansar Shrine Temple Valley of Springfield Consistuary, charter member of the Astoria Lion's Club, former trustee of the Hickory-Kerton Fire Department, and a member of the Sheldons Grove United Methedist Church.
  He was a farmer for 47 years.
  Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 14, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with the Rev. Marian Stone officiating.  A Masonic service was conducted by Masonic Lodge #116 at 8 p.m. Tuesday.  Burial will be in the Astoria Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Sheldon Grove United Methodist Church or the Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice.
Obituary for Virginia M. Sweeden Bybee Briney
Rushville Times, Wednesday, April 18, 2001, page 13, column 5
Virginia M. Briney
  Virginia M. Briney, 82, of Beardstown, died Monday, April 16, 2001, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  She was born Jan. 26, 1919, in Marseilles, the daughter of Luther and Mae Harden Sweeden.  She married Lewis P. Bybee on March 26, 1942, in Clayton, Mo., and he preceded her in death.  She married Eldon Briney on Dec. 17, 1963, in Rushville.  He preceded her in death on May 8, 1992.
  Surviving are one son, Lewis P. Bybee III (wife, Carla) of Springfield; three daughters.  Virginia Thompson (husband, Chub) of Beardstown, Alice Bybee of Littleton, and Lorna Gilligan of Quincy; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Opal Thomas of Macomb.
  She also was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Claudette Whiteside, two brothers, and one sister.
  Mrs. Briney had been employed at the Wells-Lamont Glove Factory in Beardstown for many years.  She enjoyed gardening and fishing and she was especially fond of knitting, crocheting, and sewing.
  Funeral services for Virginia Briney will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2001, at the Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown.  An informal visitation will be held from 4 until 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Beardstown City Cemetery.
  Memorials have been suggested to the American Heart Association.
Obituary for Nola Alliene Aten Brockley
Macomb Daily Journal, Wednesday, January 14, 1987
Alliene Brockley
  Vermont - Services for Nola Alliene Brockley, 79, of Vermont are 2 p.m. Thursday in the Christian Church here.
  The member of the church died Tuesday in Culbertson Memorial Hospital at Rushville.
  The Rev. Tim Gilliand will officiate. Burial is in Vermont Cemetery.
  Visitation is 6-8 tonight at Kost Memorial House here.
  Memorials may be made to the Vermont Christian Church or Vermont Rescue Squad.
  She was born Jan. 14, 1907 in Ray, a daughter of Daniel and Nola Young Aten.
  She married Leonard Brockley Sept. 2, 1926 in Rushville.
  Surviving are the widower; four children, Mrs. Carroll (Doris) Kost of Vermont, Mrs. Phillip (Virginia) McCormick of Astoria, and twins, Mrs. Jack (Donna) Farr of Table Grove and David Brockley of Vermont; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren and two sisters, Leona Horwedel of Vermont and Frances Brown of Rushville.
  She was preceded in death by five brothers and four sisters.
  Mrs. Brockley was a member of the Vermont Christian Church, Christian Women's Fellowship and Royal Neighbors of America.
Obituary for Evelyn Lung Broderick
Rushville Times, August 9, 2000, page 11, column 2
  Evelyn Lung Broderick was born Sept. 21, 1931, the oldest child of Leonard Lung Sr. and Elvie Baumann Lung, in Verndale, Saskatchewan, Canada. She died July 30, 2000, at her home in Imperial, Mo.
  She graduated nursing school at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Humboldt, Saskatchewan, in 1953. After a short time of nursing in Wadena, she worked at the Lutheran Hospital in St. Louis, Mo., until her retirement in 1994.
  She married Jim Broderick in 1967. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and a stepson, Terrence Broderick.
  She is survived by her remaining stepchildren, 19 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren, four brothers, Ivan (wife, Darlene) Lung, Leonard (wife, Angela) Lung, Dwayne (wife, Marilyn) Lung, and Dale (wife, Myrna) Lung, and two sisters, Karen (husband, Gib) Pfeiffer, and Penny (husband, Allan) Stuckel; numerous nieces and nephews; and her aunts, Hazel Yates of Camden, and Elva Yates of Kappa.
Obituary for Baxter C. Brown
  Rushville Times, February 21, 1934
Baxter C. Brown Met With Fatal Accident Thursday
  Baxter C. Brown, one of Schuyler county's most highly esteemed residents, died Saturday afternoon at 4:20 o'clock at the Culbertson hospital from shock and loss of blood attending an accident suffered late Thursday afternoon, when his right arm was cut and mangled and town from the elbow socket while operating a corn shredder at his home, four miles northeast of Rushville.
  The accident was witnessed by Roy Heitz, who was assisting Mr. Brown shred fodder and he was directed just how to stop the operation of the machine, thus revealing backward the knives so that his mangled arm might be extricated from the machine.
  Apparently unmindful of the seriousness of the accident, and not realizing that his right hand was gone, Mr. Brown immediately after the accident entered his garage and climbed into his automobile in an effort to drive to the hospital to receive surgical attention. Within a short time Ralph Ewing came to his aid and he was brought to Rushville where he walked from the street to the hospital and was given first aid. Dr. Stabin, surgeon from Springfield, was called and the remaining portion of the mangled arm cared for. Meantime it was realized by his physician, family and friends that his chances for recovery were slight, and death followed forty-eight hours later.
  Funeral Held Tuesday
  Funeral services, conducted by Rev. M. A. Warren, assisted by Rev. H. M. Cady, were held Tuesday afternoon from the First Christian church in Rushville. Interment was made in the family lot in the Rushville cemetery.
   Mr. Brown had spent his entire life in Schuyler county, and for more than thirty years had resided in the Kinderhook neighborhood. He was extremely active in community affairs and was a director of LaMoine National Farm Loan Association and a member of the local appraisal committee on government farm loans.
  The closing of every life is a tragedy, and doubly so when the stricken one is at the full zenith of his usefulness, as was the case with Baxter C. Brown, whose untimely death occurred Saturday afternoon at Culbertson hospital, as the result of injuries sustained forty-eight hours previous at his country home northeast of Rushville.
  With the passing from earthly life of Baxter Brown, a gloom prevails over the entire community where his had been a life of achievement, and a never-ending sorrow, an irreparable loss is suffered by his wife; his brother, J. E. Brown, and his sister, Mrs. Carrie Aten, and other members of his family.
  Baxter C. Brown, youngest son of John L. and Virginia Baxter Brown, was born on the Brown homestead farm near Ray, July 17, 1881, where as a lad he was earnest and studious. He attended the public schools at Ray where he completed the prescribed course of education that qualified him for teaching school, which vocation he followed for a time.
  On Sept. 17, 1902, he was joined in marriage to Miss Clelia Robeson, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Delano Robeson, of Rushville township. Following their marriage Mr. and Mrs. Brown established their home on a farm, and thruout the intervening period of thirty-two years, theirs has been a life marked by true devotion and unalloyed happiness, and it was their greatest pleasure to welcome friends to their beautiful country home, which had been so carefully planned, and where genuine hospitality was ever manifest.
  Mr. Brown was a successful farmer in every detail. He loved the farm, and everything pertaining thereto and the accomplishments of his life work have been marked with success.
    Mr. Brown was reared in a Christian home, where from earliest childhood, principles of thrift, integrity and love for his fellowmen were instilled in his character and they were to predominate thruout the years of his well spent life. Being a Christian man of bright intellect and noble purpose, his high sense of honor and consideration for others won the admiration of his business associates. He was chosen to fill many positions of trust and responsibility, for his judgment was unerring in all lines of business. He was ever loyal to his own convictions, and never "sold the truth to serve the hour."
  In the community in which the entire life of Baxter Brown was spent, none knew him but to honor him, and his thoughtfulness and solicitude for the welfare of his neighbors and friends were ever in evidence and memories of his many charitable deeds will ever be cherished by his neighbors and friends, all of whom today join with the sorrow stricken family in mourning the untimely death of their loved one.
  Besides his grief stricken wife, Mr. Brown is survived by an only brother, J. E. Brown, of Ray; one sister, Mrs. Carrie Aten, of Rochester, Minn.; and the following nieces and nephews: Miss Lola Aten, of Rochester, Minn.; Mrs. Henry Burnside, of Ray; Paul Brown, of Ray; Loren Aten, of Lincoln, and Haney Brown, of LaPorte, Indiana.
Obituary for Charles Brown
Rushville Times, June 1, 1911
  Charles Brown, a leading citizen of Bath, committed suicide Tuesday of last week on the grave of his wife by shooting himself. He was found there by his daughters, he having just previously met his youngest daughter on the street and given her a nod. The child gave the note to her elder sister. It read: "You will find me down at the cemetery over mother's grave." Brown had been in ill health for some time.
Obituary for Clelia Montes Robeson Brown
died: October 24, 1964
Rushville Times, October 29, 1964
Rites Held Here Monday For Mrs. Clelia Brown, 87
  Funeral services for Mrs. Clelia M. Brown, 87, of Rushville, who died Saturday, were held Monday afternoon at the Rushville Christian church with burial in Rushville cemetery. The Rev. Neil Sallee officiated.
  Mrs. Brown died Saturday at 6:42 p.m. in Culbertson hospital where she had been a patient over five years.
  She was born in Schuyler county January 17, 1877, to Delano and Sarah Hafner Robeson. She married Baxter C. Brown at Rushville Sept. 2, 1902. He died in 1934. Surviving are a number of nieces and nephews. One sister and four brothers are deceased. Mrs. Brown was a member of the Rushville Christian church.
  The Roby Funeral Chapel had charge of arrangements.
Death of Harvey Brown
died: February  26, 1924
Rushville Times, Feb. 28, 1924
Riley Woods received the sad news of the death of his little grandson, Harvey Brown, aged 5 years, at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brown of Roseville, Tuesday.
Obituary for Howard L. Brown
Rushville Times, Wednesday, March 21, 2001, page 15, column 3
Howard Brown
  Howard L. Brown, 70, of Bryant, died Thursday, March 15, 2001, at his home.
  He was born Sept. 7, 1930, at Table Grove, the son of Keith L. and Gladys M. (Gossage) Brown.  Surviving are four brothers, Ivan (wife, Nancy) Brown of Smithfield; George (wife, Mildred) Brown, Keith (wife, Shirley) Brown Jr. and Carl (wife, Pat) Brown, all of Herman; and two sisters, Melva Johns of Avon and Mrs. Harold (Dorla) Kruzan of Bryant.  Also surviving are 40 nieces and nephews, and several great nieces and great nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Max Brown.
  He had worked at Briggs Manufacturing in Abingdon, and later worked at Cast Technologies in Peoria before retiring.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1951-53.  He was an avid fisherman, gardener, and sportsman.
  Services were held Tuesday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown, with Rev. Layton Malone officiating.  Burial was in Waterford Cemetery at rural Lewistown, with military services conducted by Cuba American Legion Post 533.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Fulton County Nutrition Program for the Aged.
Obituary for Mary Edna Nebergall Brown
Mary E. Brown
Memorial
  Mary E. Brown was born in McDonough county, Illinois, October 18?? {1862} and died in Astoria June 15, 1890, aged 27 years, 7 months and 25 days.  She was married to G. W. {George Washington} Brown July ?? {23}, 1878, and he and two daughters survive her.  She was a victim of the dreaded disease, consumption, but she patiently endured her suffering until death set her soul at liberty.  She was conscious nearly to the last, and when she felt the touch of the icy hand of death she called her husband to her bedside and asked him if he would meet her in heaven.  After receiving from him an answer that gave her a feeling of entire satisfaction, not being able to speak to her children as she seemed to desire, she kissed them and her husband a last farewell and fell asleep in Jesus, to wait the resurrection.  She dated her conversion to the meeting held in '86 at the U. B. church conducted by the evangelist, G. K. Little, at which time she united with the church, of which she was a devoted and faithful member until called from labor to reward.  A wide circle of friends and the church of which she was a member sympathize with the family in their bereavement.  The funeral services were held at the U. B. church Monday afternoon and the remains were interred at Salem cemetery.  E. H. Shuey
*NOTE: found in a scrapbook in Roswell, New Mexico by Nancy Harvey while going though her mother's things after her death.  "The scrapbook is one which my great grandmother, Amanda Bryan Wetzel, or perhaps my grandmother, Nettie Wetzel Dean, pasted lots of obituaries of family and friends.  These families were from around McDonough, Fulton and Schuyler Counties.  These obits are probably around a hundred years old or may be more."
Obituary for Mary Lou Smith Brown
Rushville Times, Feb. 9, 2000, page 13, column 4
Mary Lou Brown
  Mary Lou Brown, 71, of Astoria, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2000, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
  She was born March 19, 1928, in Vermont, the daughter of Jack and Vivian (Bradley) Smith.  She married Junior S. Brown Dec. 21, 1946, in Bushnell, Ill.  He survives.
  She was preceded in death by her parents and one granddaughter.
  She is also survived by two daughters, Debby (husband Greg) Parker of Browning and DeAnna (husband Bill) Jones of Astoria; and four grandchildren.
  She was a member of Astoria American Legion Auxiliary.  She worked for Hornsby's and Don's Variety in Astoria for 20 years, as well as the Subway Cafe and the Astoria Healthcare Center, retiring in 1993.
  Funeral services were Friday, Feb. 4, 2000, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria.  Greg Parker officiated.  Burial was in the Astoria Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the McDonough District Hospital Hospice Program.
Obituary for Mildred J. Lee Brown
Rushville Times, Wednesday, May 30, 2001, page 13, column 3
Mildred Brown
  Mildred J. Brown, 82, of Beardstown, died Tuesday, May 22, 2001, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
  She was born Jan. 6, 1918, in Virginia, the daughter of Walter and Maude Mooney Lee.  She married James L. Brown in June of 1940, in Beardstown.  He survives.
  Also surviving are one son, Thomas Brown (wife Janice) of Beardstown; one daughter-in-law, Judy Brown of Beardstown; two granddaughters; one step-grandson, Eric Jones; three great-grandchildren; and one sister, Margaret Redshaw of Sherman.
  She was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Jon Robert Brown; two brothers, Robert Lee and Albert Lee; and one sister, Beulah Hart.
  Mrs. Brown graduated from Beardstown High School in the Class of 1936.  She was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Beardstown.  Mrs. Brown and her husband operated the 3M Duck Club in Beardstown for many years.
  Funeral services for Mildred Brown were Friday, May 25, at the Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown with Bishop James Crum officiating.  Burial was in the Beardstown City Cemetery.
  Memorials have been suggested to the RLDS Church in Beardstown.
Obituary for Christopher "Lon" Leonidas Bryan
Died October 10, 1950
  Christopher (Lon) Bryan, 87, of Browning died early Tuesday morning at the Schmitt Memorial hospital in Beardstown where he had been a patient the past two weeks.
  Mr. Bryan, who had made his home in Browning since 1898, was a member of the United Brethern church of Pleasant Ridge neighborhood, near Astoria, where he resided before moving to Browning. He has been a member of the Browning Odd Fellow lodge for over 41 years.
  Christopher (Lon) Bryan was born April 5, 1863, six miles west of Astoria, the son of Thomas and Emaline Lutz Bryan. He was married to Clara B. Foster of Astoria, in 1882, and to this union two daughters were born, Mrs. Florence Jenning of Rushville and Mrs. Ethel Lane of Browning. His wife preceded him in death, passing away in 1929.
  In September 1930 he was married to Mrs. Abbie Hamilton who preceded him in death, passing away in 1941.
  Until his death, five generations were represented in the Bryan family, for Mr. Bryan is survived by two daughters, five grandchildren, 13 great-grand-children and 7 great-great-grand children.
  Funeral services were held in the Browning Methodist church Thursday at 2:30 p.m. with burial in the Browning cemetery.
Zay Bryan, hand written in the scrap book:
  Zay Bryan was born May 20 died September ????
  *NOTE: found in a scrapbook in Roswell, New Mexico by Nancy Harvey while going though her mother's things after her death. "The scrapbook is one which my great grandmother, Amanda Bryan Wetzel, or perhaps my grandmother, Nettie Wetzel Dean, pasted lots of obituaries of family and friends. These families were from around McDonough, Fulton and Schuyler Counties. These obits are probably around a hundred years old or may be more."
  Note: Zay was the son of George Granville Bryan and Louisa Hannah Davis. He died at 16 months.
Obituary for George Granville Bryan
  George Granville Bryan, son of Thomas Jefferson and Emmaline Lutz Bryan, was born near Astoria, July 27, 1854, and departed this life Oct. 4, 1830, at his home in Littleton where he was an honored and respected citizen for thirty-six years.
  December 14, 1882, he was united in marriage with Louisa H. Davis, who, with the following children, mourn his departure: Ross, of East Moline; Mrs. D. R. Scott, Carrie and Ferne, of Chicago; Mrs. Chester Burton and Florine, of Littleton, and William of Holdrege, Neb. One son, Zay, at the age of sixteen months, preceded him in death.
  When a young man he confessed Christ as his Saviour, and united with the Pleasant Ridge United Brethren church near Astoria where he continued his membership.
  Mr. Bryan served as postmaster at Littleton for many years and also served as town clerk of Littleton township for a number of terms and as a public servant left a good record. The sincerity shown by his daily life commanded the love and respect of all who knew him and made him one of the richest men of the community in friends. His was a character that the many relatives and friends can justly and proudly call ideal as a husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, neighbor and friend.
  Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Clarence Litchfield, of Moline, were held Monday afternoon at the Methodist church. Interment was in the Littleton cemetery.
Obituary for George Wetzel Bryan I
Another Called Home, Geo. Bryan Sr.,
From Adair Weekly Beacon:
  {Note: this obituary was a reprint from Adair Weekly Beacon by the printer of this paper.}
  George W. Bryan, Sr. died at his home Tuesday, Oct. 7, 1913, after a short illness of ten days. The funeral was held at the Point Pleasant church Thursday, Oct. 9, 1913. Rev. Amos Rigney conducting the services. Burial in the Point Pleasant cemetery.
  He was born in Augusta County, Virginia July 12, 1836, being 77 years, 2 months and 25 days of age at time of his death.
  He came to Illinois in the fall of 1854, stopping at Astoria, Fulton County, until spring. Then worked on a farm near Industry for two years. Then came to Harris township Fulton County where he farmed with his uncle J. H. Lutz for six years. Then moved to McDonough County where he rented a farm for five years. Then bought a farm in Harris township east of the Point Pleasant church where he lived for ten years. Then he moved to his present home, one mile west of the church, where he has lived for 36 years.
  He was united in marriage with Mary C. Wetzel Feb. 28, 1862, wh {she} survives him. To this union were born eleven children: Ahaz, deceased; William S. of Adair, Ill.; Myrtle M. Gilliland of Adair, Ill.; James M., Burlington, Iowa; Geo. W., Iva {Ivy} Haffner, and John Newton of New Philadelphia, Ill.; Andrew L. of Bushnell, Ill.; Lily D., deceased; Lena S. Hunnicutt and Lenard S., both at home.
  Besides his wife and children he leaves to mourn his death 19 grandchildren, one brother, Andrew L. Bryan, Vermont, Ill., and two half brothers and three half sisters, namely, Balser Swisher, Faragut, Iowa, J. N. Swisher, Bushnell, Ill.; Margaret Lutz of Astoria, Arbelin Randolph of Good Hope, Elizabeth Decker, Bardolph, Ill,; many other relatives and a host of friends.
  Having a devoted christian mother he was brought up with religious instructions and at the age of sixteen embraced religion at State Hill, Virginia. Soon after he came to Illinois at the age of 23 he joined the Point Pleasant class known then as the Wetzel class which was organized Sept. 15, 1855. In 1871 he was elected class leader, ever since he has been a quartly conference official. At his death he was leader and trustee. This office he has filled ever since the building of the church. He was treasurer of the cemetery association.
  His desires and prayers were for the upbuilding of God's cause.
  Oh how he will be missed as an advisor in church work and fellowship.
  But our loss is his eternal gain …
  *NOTE: found in a scrapbook in Roswell, New Mexico by Nancy Harvey while going though her mother's things after her death. "The scrapbook is one which my great grandmother, Amanda Bryan Wetzel, or perhaps my grandmother, Nettie Wetzel Dean, pasted lots of obituaries of family and friends. These families were from around McDonough, Fulton and Schuyler Counties. These obits are probably around a hundred years old or may be more."
  Note: His parents were Ahaz Lair Bryan and Priscilla Lutz.  His mother later married John Swisher.
Obituary for Mary Catherine Wetzel Bryan
died: February 26, 1915
Marietta Woman Is Called By Death
  Mrs. Mary C. Bryan died at her home southwest of Marietta Friday morning at 9:15, aged 73 years, 6 months and 8 days. Deceased was united in marriage with George W. Bryan, (deceased, Oct. 7, 1913) Feb. 28, 1862. Eleven children blessed this union, namely: Ahaz, deceased; William of Adair, Ill.; Myrtle Gilliland of Adair, Ill.; George, near new Philadelphia; Ivy Haffner and Newton Bryan, near the home place; Andy Bryan near Bushnell; Lily, deceased; Leonard Bryan and Lena Hunnicutt on the home place. She leaves besides these children, 19 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, three brother, Christopher Wetzel of Adair; William Wetzel of Harveyville, Kans., and G. L. Wetzel, New Philadelphia, one sister, Sarah Sinnett, near Bardolph and a host of relatives and friends.
  "Aunt" Mary, as she was familiary called, was born in Virginia and came to Illinois with her parents, George and Sarah Wetzel, in her girlhood and has since made her home in Fulton and McDonough counties. She was a noble Christian mother, a charter member of Point Pleasant U. B. church from which place her funeral was held Sunday, February 28 at 1:30 o'clock.
  *NOTE: found in a scrapbook in Roswell, New Mexico by Nancy Harvey while going though her mother's things after her death. "The scrapbook is one which my great grandmother, Amanda Bryan Wetzel, or perhaps my grandmother, Nettie Wetzel Dean, pasted lots of obituaries of family and friends. These families were from around McDonough, Fulton and Schuyler Counties. These obits are probably around a hundred years old or may be more."
  Note: missing is son, James M. Bryan.
Obituary for William Thomas Bryan
  William Thomas Bryan, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Grandville Bryan, was born Sept. 29, 1892, in Ray, and passed away at his home near Ragan, Harlan county, Nebraska, July 16, 1959.
  He came to Nebraska as a "Nebraska State League Pitcher of Baseball", in 1914, and later settled on a farm three miles west of Ragan, living here until his death.
  He was married to Ruth Black, Aug. 29, 1915. To this union were born three sons and four daughters.
  He was a lover of sports, and a leader of the same. He was manager of the Ragan softball team for many years. He held many important offices-member of the school board, member of the township board, and president of the Ragan Cooperative Elevator board. He joined the Ragan Methodist church in the year 1914, and was a member until his death.
  He is survived by his wife, Ruth, Holdrege, Neb., three sons, George G. of North Platte, Neb., Ward G. of Atlanta, Neb., and Chester C. of Holdrege, Neb.; four daughters. Mrs. William (Louise) Harms of Wilcox, Neb., Mrs. Charles (Thelma) Ridenour, Loomis, Neb., Mrs. Allen (Wilma) Brummer, Wilcox, Neb., and Mrs. Cecil (Donna Jean) Guthrie, Holdrege, Neb. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren. He is survived by one brother, Ross Bryan of Moline and five sisters, Mrs. Blanche Scott and Carrie Bryan, both of Chicago, Mrs. Ross Amrine, Glenn Ellyn, Mrs. Ella Burton and Florine Bryan of Littleton, and many friends.
Obituary for Dodd Bryant
Rushville Times, Feb. 23, 2000,  page 15, column 2
Dodd Bryant
 Dodd Bryant, 77, of Storm Lake, Iowa, died Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2000, at Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa, following a lengthy illness.
  Funeral services were held Saturday at the Storm Lake United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ken Bell officiating.  Burial was in the Buena Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors by Amvets Post No. 66.  The Fratzke Funeral Home in Storm Lake was in charge of services.  A memorial fund has been established.
  Dodd Bryant was born Aug. 29, 1922, in Browning, Ill., the son of Verne and Bernice I. (Dodd) Bryant.  He graduated from Rushville High School and attended the University of Illinois.
  He left college just short of his degree to join the Merchant Marines, where he served as a ship’s purser during World War II.
  On Nov. 24, 1951, he married Marilyn E. Cullivan at Bushnell, Ill.  The couple moved to Storm Lake from Bushnell in 1966 and moved to Troy, Mich., in 1982.  They returned to Storm Lake in 1985.
  He was employed by Hy-Grade as a hog procurement manager and retired in 1982, after 40 years with the company.
  He was an active member of the Storm Lake United Methodist Church and he was an avid golfer.  He also belonged to the Elks Lodge, Amvets Post #66 and Jewel Masonic Lodge #309 all of Storm Lake.  For many years Dodd helped organize the parade for the Storm Lake July 4 Star Spangled Spectacular.
  His family includes his wife Marilyn of Storm Lake, his children, Dorna Hoft of Innver Grove Heights, Minn., Ruth Bryant (husband Dennis) Confer of Roseville, Minn., Liz Stough of Storm Lake and Steven Bryant (wife El Jean) of Buford, Ga.; a sister, Elaine Bader of Browning; 15 grandchildren; one great-grandson; and many extended family members.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, Margie Bryant and Sarah Petersen; a son, Lt. Charles R. Bryant; two brothers, Gerald and Hunter Bryant; and a sister, Mary Webster.
Obituary for Minnie Whited Bryant
Rushville Times, Wednesday, January 31, 2001, page 11, column 1
Minnie Bryant
  Minnie Bryant, 78, of Rushville, died Friday, Jan. 26, 2001, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  She was born Aug. 26, 1922, in Schuyler County to the late Johnson and Luttie Carter Whited.  She married Leslie Eugene "Gene" Bryant Sept. 22, 1940, in New London, Mo.  He died Nov. 10, 1980.
  Surviving are one son, Les Bryant of Rushville; two granddaughters; and one sister, Olivia Allen of Rushville.
  She was preceded in death by one grandson, Jeffery; five brothers and eight sisters.
  She was a member of the First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Rushville.  She was a correspondent for several area newspapers and radio stations for many years.
  Funeral services were held Monday at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Wayne Bonser officiating.  Burial was in the Rushville City Cemetery.
  Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church.
Obituary for Ferne M. Kessler Bucher
Rushville Times, Wednesday, August 21, 2002
Ferne M. Bucher
  Ferne M. Bucher, 91, of Astoria, died Saturday, Aug. 17, 2002, at Astoria Gardens.
  She was born May 25, 1911, in Woodland Township, Fulton County, to John and Elizabeth (Etter) Kessler.  She married Isaac G. Bucher May 7, 1932, in Canton.  He died April 1, 1981.
   She also was preceded in death by two brothers, Archie and Orville Kessler and one sister, Mary Kessler.
  Survivors include five sons, Jim (wife Susie) Bucher of Macomb, Willie (wife Nellie) Bucher of Astoria, Bob (wife Susie) Bucher of Ipava, Albert (wife Marsha) Bucher of Astoria and Thomas (wife Debbie) of  Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, Mrs. Rodney (Carolyn) Bricker of Greeley, Colo., and Mrs. Wendell (Alice) Clanin of Astoria; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
  She was a homemaker and also was a cook for Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville for several years.  She was a member of Woodland Church of the Brethren.
  Services were Tuesday, Aug. 20, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Pastor Kevin Kessler officiating.  Burial was in the Astoria Cemetery.
  Memorial may be made to Astoria Township Cemetery Association, Astoria Rescue Squad, or the Astoria Public Library.

Eagle Publications, Macomb, Illinois, August 22, 2002
Ferne M. Bucher
  Ferne M. Bucher, 91, Astoria, died at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, 2002, at Astoria Gardens, Astoria. She was born May 25, 1911, in Woodland Township, Fulton County, the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Etter) Kessler. She married Isaac G. Bucher May 7, 1932, Canton. He died April 1, 1981.
  She is survived by five sons, Jim (Susie) Bucher, Macomb, Willie (Nellie) Bucher, Astoria, Bob (Susie) Bucher, Ipava, Albert (Marsha) Bucher, Astoria, and Thomas (Debbie) Bucher, Tucson, Ariz.; two daughters, Carolyn (Rodney) Bricker, Greeley, Colo., and Alice (Wendell) Clanin, Astoria; 17 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three step great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
  In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Archie and Orville Kessler, and one sister, Mary Kessler.
  She was a homemaker and was a cook for Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville for several
years. She was a member of the Woodland Church of the Brethren.
  Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2002, at the Shawgo Memorial Home, Astoria, with Pastor Kevin Kessler officiating. Interment was in Astoria Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Astoria Township Cemetery Association, the Astoria Rescue Squad or the Astoria Public Library.
Obituary for Dorothy "Dots" A. Schisler Bucy
Rushville Times, Wednesday, December 13, 2000, page 15, column 1
  Dorothy A. "Dots" Bucy 63, of Astoria, died Monday, Dec. 11, 2000, at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.  She was born Oct. 17, 1937, in Astoria, the daughter of Albert and Addie M. (Stambaugh) Schisler.  She married John W. Bucy on Nov. 20, 1955, in Astoria.  He survives.
  She was preceded in death by two sisters, Myra Danner and Marie Schisler.
Also surviving are two sons, Steve Bucy of Table Grove and Lance (wife, Lynn) Bucy of Astoria; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild.
  She was a member of the Astoria United Methodist Church.  She worked as a dental assistant for Dr. Howard Marx in Astoria.  She then worked at the Farmers State Bank in Astoria, retiring in 1991.
  Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, 2000, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with the Rev. Collis Trone officiating.
  Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria.  Burial will be in Astoria Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Rescue Squad.
Obituary for Velma M. Jennings Burgard
Rushville Times, Wednesday, May 30, 2001, page 13, column 1
Velma M. Burgard
  Velma M. Burgard, 87, of Ipava, died Friday, May 25, 2001, at Heartland Health Care Center in Macomb.
  She was born Sept. 13, 1913, in Carlinville to Grover and Belle (Killam) Jennings.  She married Ezra Burgard on Aug. 3, 1956, in Quincy.  He died Dec. 2, 1998.
  She was also preceded in death by two brothers, one stepdaughter, one step-grandson, and one step-great-grandson.
  She is survived by one stepson Dale (wife Maralee) Burgard of Lewistown; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Willis (Margaret) Mayall of Union, Mo.; nine step-grandchildren; 23 step-great-grandchildren; eight step-great-great-grandchildren; two nieces; and three nephews.
  She was a member of the Ipava Presbyterian Church and the National Auto Dealers Association.  She was owner and operator of Velma's Grocery in Ipava and later, owner and operator of Burgard Chevrolet in Ipava.
  Services were held Sunday, May 27, at Ipava Presbyterian Church with Pastor Kevin Kessler officiating.  Burial was in the Ipava Cemetery.  Shawgo Memorial Home in Ipava was in charge of services.
  Memorials may be given to the American Legion Post 17 or the Ipava Rescue Squad.
Lucille Briggs Burmood Death
died: April 23, 1921
Rushville Times, April 28, 1921
  Mrs. Lucille Briggs Burmood, wife of Roy Burmood, died Saturday at the family home in Huntsville township, after a lingering illness from tuberculosis. Deceased was a daughter of Frank Briggs.
  Note: Her mother was Toyke LaMaster.
Obituary for Charles Henry Burnside
Rushville Times,  April 19, 1973
Charles Burnside Rites Held Here On Sunday
  Charles Henry Burnside, 74, died at 10:20 p.m. Thursday evening at Culbertson Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Sunday in the First United Methodist church in Rushville, the Rev. Harold Hedden officiating. Burial was in Rushville cemetery. Military rites were conducted at the graveside.
  Charles Henry Burnside, son of Thomas and Nancy Rittenhouse Burnside, was born August 12, 1898, in Schuyler County, Illinois. He died April 12, 1973, in Culbertson Memorial hospital in Rushville. He was married to Lela Haynes on October 2, 1920, and to this union four daughters were born: Lucille, Marjorie, Patsy, Nancy and a son and daughter who died at birth. He was married on June 24, 1965, to Lucille Dawson Keeney. Charles was a retired service station operator. He was a member of the First United Methodist church of Rushville; a veteran of World War I; a member of Schuyler American Legion Post 4; and a member of World War I Barracks. He also had worked with Worthingtons thru the years, assisting in ambulance calls and funerals.
  He is survived by his wife, Lucille, of Rushville; four daughters, Mrs. Lucille Blackburn of Brooklyn, Mrs. Marjorie Tyrell of Flagstaff, Ariz., Mrs. Patsy Heaton and Mrs. Nancy Knous, both of Springfield; one brother, Leslie of San Francisco, Calif.; four sisters, Mrs. Ethel Vancil and Mrs. Della Young of Rushville, Mrs. Lillie Campbell of Springfield, and Mrs. Mary Taylor of Bushnell; 10 grandchildren; and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lela; an infant son and daughter; and two brothers. Charley was a loving, thoughtful father, husband, and grandfather. He was happiest when he had his family around him. His friendly smile and cheerful ways were known to all, and he will be greatly missed by friends and loved ones. Worthington funeral home was in charge of arrangements.
Obituary for James J. Burnside
Rushville Times, March, 11, 1936
    James J. Burnside, a son of Thomas and Sarah J. Burnside, pioneer residents of Schuyler county, was born in Bainbridge township October 31, 1852, and died at his home south of Rushville, February 21, 1936, aged 83 years, 3 months and 21 days. He was the fourth child of a family of seven children, all of whom have preceeded him in death, except Robert Burnside, of Sturgeon, Mo., and Mrs. Charles Tucker of Rushville. His entire life with the exception of two years in Texas was spent in the vicinity of his birth. He was a man of strict honesty and integrity and had always held the highest respect and esteem of all who knew him. He had been in failing health for the past three years, following a paralytic stroke. All that kind and loving friends could do was done to relieve his suffering, which he bore patiently, expressing only the wish not to become a burden to others. Altho he was not affiliated with any church, he was a believer in Christ. He was married Feb. 28, 1901, to Laura Dell Ellis. He leaves to mourn his death his wife and five children; Henry and Russel who reside near home, Alice, wife of Norris Bartlow, residing in Buenavista township, Glen and Lillie at home; also eight grandchildren.
Obituary for Thomas G. Burnside
died: February 11, 1923
Rushville Times, February 15, 1923
Passing Of Useful Citizen
  Thomas G. Burnside, life long resident of Schuyler county, died Sunday night at his home in this city, following an illness that came upon him several weeks ago, when he was stricken with paralysis. He was in his sixty-eighth year. Funeral services, conducted by Rev. J. C. Brown , were held from the First M. E. church on Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.  Interment in the family lot in the Rushville cemetery beside his two soldier sons. Thomas G. Burnside, son of Thomas and Sarah Burnside, born Oct. 6th, 1855, was one of seven children born on the old homestead farm in Bainbridge township, and it was here his boyhood days were spent and he grew to useful manhood. It was on October 26th, 1882, that Thomas G. Burnside claimed as his bride Nancy J. Rittenhouse, a daughter of William and Nancy Rittenhouse, also pioneer residents of Schuyler county, and the young couple established their home on a farm near their childhood home and for forty years this worthy couple traversed life's pathway together, sharing the joys and sorrows that came into their life with the spirit that only exists where true love reigns. The home of Mr. and Mrs. Burnside was blessed with ten children, viz: Roscoe, Ralph, Lillie, Della, Thomas, Ethel, Hildreth, Charles, Mary and Leslie, all of whom grew to bright young manhood and womanhood in the old family home, with the exception of Ralph, who died at the age of eight years and Hildreth, who died in infancy.
  During the long years of his well spent life, Thomas G. Burnside was recognized as one of the most influential and progressive citizens in Schuyler county. He was a man of high sense of honor, and always ready to assist a friend who needed counsel or assitance in any worthy cause. It was at the outbreak of the World War that the bravery and true Christian spirit of Mr. Burnside was exemplified, when he and his brave wife saw their three grown sons, Roscoe, Thomas and Charles, enter military service, and were glad to cheer them on their way. Then when on Nov 2nd, 1918, Thomas became a victim of the influenza and died in a hospital in a foreign land, it was at this time that the brave parents smiled amidst their tears as they remembered the brave son who had left them such a little while ago to die alone in the foreign land. Then on Jan. 8th, 1920, the son, Roscoe, who had sustained serious injuries while overseas that resulted in a fatal illness, passed away-thus bringing double bereavement to this home. Theirs was a common sorrow .... bereavement only seemed to bring them closer to the Master," who said, "By their daily walks ye shall know them."
  Having spent a long period of years at steady labor on the old farm, Mr. Burnside resolved to remove his family to Rushville last fall and had only been settled in their new home a few weeks when the fatal illness came upon him that brought to an end a well-spent, useful life on the evening of February 11th, 1923, leaving an aching boil in the hearts of his wife and children that can never be filled. Besides the grief stricken wife he is survived by the following children: Lillie, the wife of Lyle Campbell; Della, the wife of Dwight Young; Mary the wife of Floyd Taylor, and Ethel, the wife of Robert Vancil; Charles, who resides on the homestead farm, and Leslie, who resides with his parents. There are also several grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Margaret Tucker of Rushville, and two brothers, Robert Burnside of Sturgeon, Mo., and James Burnside of Bainbridge township.
Obituary for Thomas H. Burnside
Rushville Times, August 8, 1920
Thomas H. Burnsides First Schuyler Soldier to be Brought Home From France
  The first of Schuyler's soldier boys, who died in France has been brought back to the old home for burial, and on Sunday the remains of Thomas H. Burnsides, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thos. G. Burnsides of Bainbridge township, were interred in the Rushville cemetery with full military honor. His death occurred Nov 2, 1918 at LeMans, France, where he was taken ill with pneumonia. The largest crowd of people ever gathered together at our city cemetery to attend a funeral were present on Sunday, to pay a tribute of respect to the memory of the departed soldier who had sacrificed his life for his country. The burial service was under auspices of the American Legion, Schuyler Post No. 4, and at 1:30 Sunday afternoon ex-soldiers of the late war fell in line on the west side of the square and marched to R. A. Lawler's undertaking parlor, where the body of the young soldier lay in state. The following young men who served overseas were chosen as pall bearers of their deceased comrade: Wm. Hugh Young, Joseph A. Bovey, Floyd Ford, Benjamin Stroops, Fred Schramm, and Charles Snyder. Rev. T. A. Adams offered prayer at the grave and the American Legion under command of Lieut. Victor Wood, had charge of the burial service. The grand old flag, in the hands of Reverdy Wilmot as color bearer, was gently lowered over the grave as final taps were sounded for the deceased hero, and the firing squad, under command of Corporal Lawrence Waugh, fired three volleys of salute in honor to their late comrade. Thomas H. Burnside, son of Thomas G. and Nancy Burnside was born June 22, 1891, and died in LeMans, France, Nov 2, 1918; aged 27 years, four months and 11 days. He is survived by his parents, four sisters and three brothers, and his fiancee, Miss Gladys Cunningham.
  He with a number of others left Rushville for Camp Wheeler June 24, 1918, to give their services in the great World war. On Sept 23rd he was transferred to Camp Mills, Long Island. On October 16 his company went aboard the White Star Liner Olimpic and arrived at South Hampton, England, October 24, 1918. Ten days after he was transferred to LeHarve, France, and on October 28th arrived at LeMans, France where he was taken sick with pneumonia and after an illness of four days he passed away. His remains were laid to rest in France until they were disinterred to be brought home to their final rest. We today mourn with the parents who gave their son that we might live and be free. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity of Rushville.
Obituary for Sarah Elizabeth Marlow Burton
died December 1, 1917
  Sarah Elizabeth Burton, daughter of Elijah and Samantha Marlow, was born in Iowa, March 15, 1856 and departed this life Dec.1, aged 61 years, 8 months and 16 days. Her death was caused by septic pneumonia, she being sick only a short time.
  Deceased was the youngest of a family of six, and three sisters preceded her. Her parents died within a year of each other, when she was four years of age. An uncle, James Duncan, brought the children to this country to make their home with him. When she was twelve years of age she made her home with Mr. and Mrs. Warren Cox of Brooklyn township and resided with them until her marriage to Robert M. Burton in 1879. To this union three children were born, one dying in infancy and a daughter, Mrs. Elva Cox, passed away Aug. 30, 1910. She is survived by one son Chester Allen Burton, with whom she made her home. She is also survived by (tear) children, Victor Leon Cox, (tear) raised and Margery and J (tear), three step-sons, Delle of Roseville, Ira of Rushville and Frank of Rockford, Washington and one brother, Joseph Marlow.
  She was always willing to lend a helping hand in sickness, work to which she was specially adapted, and was a kind and loving mother. Her friends will greatly miss her and especially the home of her son from where her bright face has gone.
  Funeral services were held at the M. E. Church at Brooklyn Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock, conducted by Rev. A. H. McConnell, pastor of the Littleton M. E. church. Interment in the Brooklyn cemetery.
    The family desires to express their thanks to all who extended sympathy and aid.
Obituary for Joseph Fabian Busby
Rushville Times, September 1925
  Joseph Fabian Busby, second son of George and Susan Busby was born in Boone county, Kentucky, March 30, 1860, and departed this life at the family residence in Rushville township at 7:20 p.m. Aug. 27, 1925; aged 64 years, 4 months and 28 days.
  He was one of a family of ten children. Of this number two sisters, Mrs. Anna Dennis of Kewanee, IL; Mrs. Nettie Morgan of Littleton, and one brother Frank Busby of Cooperstown, IL are left. In 1865 he came with his parents to Illinois and has since made his home in Schuyler and Brown counties.
  In the spring of 1880 he was married to Josephie Jennings. To this union one daughter was born, Mrs. Mae Grafton, of Rushville, IL. On March 5, 1885, he was again married to Rosetta Jennings. To this union thirteen children were born, two sons dying in infancy, and one daughter, Grace Mildred passed away about three years ago. Those surviivng are: Mrs. Mary Waid, Mrs. Nettie Lempke and Clarence Lee of Kewanee, IL; Mrs. Bessie Rose of Keokuk, IA; Mrs. Ada Walton of Browning, IL; Mrs. Josephine Groves of Canton, IL; Mrs. Gladys Haffner of Rushville; Hazel, Henry, and Harlan, at home. These with the sorrowing wife are broken with grief by the loss of a loving husband and father."
  ... then there are 2 paragraphs of "niceties" .... but no info about his interment.
Obituary for Elijah Butler
Rushville Times, September 6, 1923
  Elijah Butler, a well-to-do farmer of Buckhorn township, Brown county, died last week, aged eighty nine years.
Obituary for Elsa E. Pelton Butler
Rushville Times, February 7, 2001, page 13, column 3
Elsa Butler
  Elsa E. Butler, 84, of Peoria, died Thursday Jan. 18, 2001, at Morton Terrace in Morton.
  Born Nov. 5, 1916, in Rushville to Franklin Joseph and Flora Belle Payne Pelton, she married Cecil F. Butler on Aug. 3, 1935, in Keokuk, Iowa. He survives.
  Also surviving are one son, Harold (and Marie) of East Peoria; and several nieces and nephews.
  She worked as a clerk at WABCO for 18-1/2 years, retiring in 1973. She was a member of the WABCO Retirees Club. She was a member of Glen Oak Christian Church and the Golden Circle Class.
  Services were Monday, Jan. 21, 2001, at Wilton Mortuary. The Rev. Dwight Winnett officiated. Burial was in Swan Lake Memory Gardens.
  Memorials may be made to her church or any charity.
Obituary for Greeta L. Horner Butler
Rushville Times, Wednesday, June 13, 2001, page 13, column 5
Greeta Butler
  Greeta L. Butler, 98, of Astoria, died Wednesday, June 6, 2001, at Astoria Manor.
  She was born March 9, 1903, in Astoria, the daughter of Martin L. and Mary I. (Brinton) Homer.  She married Lyle D. Butler on July 14, 1920, in Astoria.  He died April 17, 1968.
  She also was preceded in death by one son, Jack, two granddaughters, four brothers, and four sisters.
  Surviving are three sons, Thomas (wife Mildred) Butler of Astoria, Lyle D. (wife Karen) Butler Jr. of Santee, Calif., and Rodney (wife Joan) Butler of Fenton, Mo., two daughters, Mrs. Carl (Virginia) McCausland of Lewistown, and Mrs. Grant (Amy) Hollingsworth of Austin, Texas; 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
  She was a member of Astoria Christian Church and a former member of the Summum Christian Church where she taught an adult Sunday School class for more than 20 years.
  She and her husband farmed in Kerton Township all their years together.  She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, quilt making, painting pictures, and crossword puzzles.
  Services were Sunday, June 10, 2001, at the Astoria Christian Church with Gary Sheets officiating.  Burial was in the Astoria Cemetery.  Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria was in charge of services.
  Memorials may be made to the Summum Christian Church, Astoria Christian Church or Astoria Manor.
Obituary for Vail Ordell Cady II
Rushville Times, Feb. 16, 2000,  page 13, column 4
  Vail Cordell Cady II, infant son of Patrick Cady and Julie Billingsley of Rushville, was stillborn Friday, Feb. 11, 2000, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.
  Also surviving are his grandparents, Nancy and LeRoy Bollinger of Rushville, Anthony "Tony" and Jesse Cady of Payson, Utah, and Cindy and Richard Terry of Aswego; great-grandparents, Margaret Douglas and Catherine Cady, both of Rushville, Ila and Charles Weishaar of Browning, and Bob and Rozella Volk of Mt. Sterling; and several aunts and uncles.
  Private graveside services were held Tuesday at the Rushville City Cemetery with Father Robert Reynolds officiating.  Wood-Roby Funeral Chapel in Rushville was in charge of the arrangements.
  Memorials may be given to the McDonough District Hospital OB Department.
Obituary for Virginia May Menely Cady
Rushville Times, April 29, 1987
Virginia Cady of Rushville Dies
  Virginia Cady, 68, of 318 E. Jefferson St., Rushville, died Thursday, April 23 at the Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. Services were held Sunday in the Worthington Funeral Home. The Rev. Richard Herath officiated, and burial was in Rushville City Cemetery.
 Born Aug 15, 1918, in Rushville to Harry and Grace Bradbury Menely, she married Thomas Cady Sept. 9, 1949, in Rushville. He died Aug. 17, 1972.
  One brother and one sister also preceded her in death. Surviving are two sons, Terry of Tempe, Ariz., and Michael of West Liberty, Iowa; two step grandchildren; two brothers, Harry Menely of Berwick and Floyd of Beardstown; two sisters, Pauline White and Mildred Ford of Rushville.
  She was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church of Rushville and the American Legion Auxiliary. She had worked as a secretary at the Farmers Home Administration in Rushville.
Obituary for Bradford L. Caldwell
Rushville Times, April 4, 2001, page 15, column 2
Bradford Caldwell
  Bradford L. Caldwell, 70, of rural Industry, died Friday, March 30, 2001, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  He was born Nov. 6, 1930, in Littleton Township, the son of Harold and Beulah Pickinpaugh Caldwell.  He married Dorothy Russell in Industry on Dec. 6, 1953.
  He is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Ed (Sue) Collins of Macomb; one son, Dan, (wife Tammy) Caldwell of Industry; four grandchildren; one brother, Merle (wife Hope) Caldwell of Industry; three sisters, Alleyne (husband Raymond) Bartlow of Littleton, Carol Jean (husband Paul) Rowland of Macomb, and Joyce (husband Sam) Spring of North Henderson.
  He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Ernest CaIdwell.
  He had lived and farmed his entire life in Littleton Township near Industry.  He was an army veteran of the Korean War, was a member of the Schuyler-Brown County F.S. board for 22 years, an Industry School Board member for many years, and was an active member of the Industry United Methodist Church.
  Funeral services were held Monday, April 2, 2001, at the Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb.  Rev. Jerry Sawyer officiated and burial was in the Industry Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Industry United Methodist Church.

Eagle Publications, April 5, 2001
Bradford L. Caldwell
  Bradford L. Caldwell, 70, of rural Industry, Illinois, died at 2:37 p.m. Friday, March 30, 2001, at the Culberston Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  He was born Nov. 6, 1930, in Littletown Township, the son of Harold and Beulah Pickinpaugh Caldwell. He married Dorothy Russell in Industry on Dec. 6, 1953. She survives.
  He is also survived by one daughter, Sue (Ed) Collins, Macomb; one son, Dan (Tammy) Caldwell, Industry; four grandchildren, Tyler, Danielle and Candice Caldwell, Industry, and Jennifer Collins, Macomb; one brother, Merle (Hope) Caldwell, Industry; three sisters, Alleyne (Raymond) Bartlow, Littleton, Carol Jean (Paul) Rowland, Macomb, and Joyce (Sam) Spring, North Henderson. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Ernest Caldwell.
  Bradford had lived and farmed his entire life in Littletown Township near Industry. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War, was a member of the Schuyler-Brown County F.S. Board for 22 years, an Industry School Board member for many years, and was an active member of the Industry United Methodist Church.
  Funeral services were held on Monday, April 2, 2001, at the Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb, with the Rev. Jerry Sawyer officiating. Burial was at the Industry Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Industry United Methodist Church.
Obituary for Ernest L. Caldwell
Rushville Times, Jan. 12, 2000, page 11, column 4
Ernest Caldwell
  Ernest L. Caldwell, 75, of rural Macomb, died Monday, Jan. 3, 2000, at McDonough District Hospital.
  Born Dec. 30, 1924, in Littleton to Harold and Beulah Pickinpaugh Caldwell, he married Helen Lung on Nov. 21, 1948, in Murrayville.  She survives.
  Also surviving are two sons, Tony (and Kim) of Good Hope and Philip of Mt. Sterling two daughters, Angela (and Jeff) Morrell of Good Hope and Gloria (and Ed) Van Kan of Arlington, Va.; two brothers, Merle (and Hope) of Branson, Mo., and Bradford (and Dorothy) of Industry; three sisters, Mrs. Raymond (Alleyne) Bartlow of Littleton, Mrs. Paul (Carol Jean) Rowland of Macomb and Mrs. Sam (Joyce) Spring of North Henderson; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
  He was a World War II Army veteran, serving as an engineer in the Pacific Theater.  He also served in the Korean War.
  He was a firefighter for the Macomb Fire Department for 28 years, attaining the rank of captain.  He retired in 1986.
  He attended University Baptist Church in Macomb.
  Services were Friday at Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb.  The Rev. Richard Hurtgen officiated.  Burial was in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Macomb, where military rites were conducted by the Macomb Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion posts.
  Memorials may be made to the MDH Larry Westervelt Home.
Obituary for Ethyle Charlotte Garrison Cale
unknown paper - July 1966
  Ethyle Charlotte Cale died 17 July in Macomb.  Born to Walter & Hester Charlotte Croxton Garrison in Schuyler Co., on 13 April 1886.  She was raised by Mr. and Mrs. George Justus after her mother died.  She married Ira Cale in 1908.  One daughter, Elizabeth Allen of Woodstock survives.  Deceased daughters were Mary Frances Cale and Marjory Bowden.
Obituary for Ira Cale
unknown paper - October 1952
  Ira Cale dies here today.  Born 3 September 1886 in Macomb to W. R. and Sarah Butterfield Cale.  Married Ethel C. Garrison in 1908.  Siblings include Guy of Macomb, Earl of Silvis, Mrs. Ethel Andrews of Burlington, Ia. and Blanche Parsons of Macomb, plus, deceased are Rossie, Roy, Ora and Maude.
  Note: Ira Cale died at 602 1/2 S. McArthur Street, Macomb, McDonough County, Illinois
Obituary for Robert F. Campbell
Rushville Times, November 29, 2000, page 15, column 4
Robert F. Campbell
  Robert F. Campbell, 72, of Macomb, died Sunday, Nov. 26, 2000, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.
  He was born Aug. 23, 1928, in Brown County, the son of John W. and Emma E. Rang Campbell.
  He married Delores Mahnken.  He then married Jeanette Smith.  He married Loletta Kenagy.  He married Juanita Markland.  He married Margaret Cox.  She survives.
  Also surviving are two sons, Garry and Richard, both of Beardstown; two daughters, Vickie Krems of Kirkwood and Carol Campbell of Beardstown; 10 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; one brother, Lewis of Mt. Sterling; one sister, Cathryn Bates of Quincy; and several stepchildren,
  He was preceded in death by one son, Ron, and one brother, Clyde.
  He served in the United States Navy from 1946-1959.
  He was a 50 year member of Schuyler American Legion Post 4.  He also was a member of Macomb VFW Post 1921 and Voiture 1100 40 et 8.  He worked for Burlington Northern Railroad for more than 20 years.
  Funeral services for Mr. Campbell will be at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30, 2000, at Dodsworth-Piper-Wallen Funeral Home in Macomb with the Rev. John Keck officiating.  Friends may call at the funeral borne after 2 p.m. on Wednesday and visitation with the family will be from 5-6:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
  Burial will be in Rushville City Cemetery with military rites by Schuyler American Legion Post 4.  Memorials may be made to the Voiture 1100 40 et 8 Nurses Training Program.
Obituary for Rosemary M. Robbins Huff Carriger
Rushville Times, January 5, 2000, page 13, column 4
  Rosemary M. Carriger, 59, of Beardstown, died Wednesday, Dec. 29, 1999, at her residence.
  She was born Aug. 27, 1941, in Beardstown, the daughter of Agnus Robbins. Mrs. Carriger was a homemaker and had also worked as a nurse's aide for several years.
  She always enjoyed collecting owls, but her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.
  Survivors include one son, Chance Huff of Jacksonville; three grandchildren; and one sister, Patricia Robbins.
  She was preceded in death by her parents.
  Graveside services were held Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000, in the Beardstown City Cemetery. Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown was in charge of arrangements.
  Memorials are suggested to her grandchildren's education fund.
Death Notice for Henry Carter
Rushville Times, March 30, 1911
  Henry Carter, a former resident of Schuyler County, died at Cody, Nebraska on Sunday, the remains were brought to this city for interment. David C. Hindman, who had been in Cody on a visit, came thru with the remains. A brief service was held at the city cemetery yesterday afternoon, conducted by Rev. C. A. Foreman.
Obituary for Mary Hindman Carter
Schuyler Citizen, October 20, 1892
  The remains of Mrs. Mary Carter, of Clayton, arrived at Rushville Monday to await the arrival of her son, William, from Nebraska. The remains are at the residence of Mr. J. A. Teel, north of town.
  Mary Hindman was born in Pennsylvania, August 12, 1830; moved with her parents, Elijah and Annie Hindman, when nine years of age, to Schuyler county; was married to Henry Carter, Nov. 11, 1847; united with the Presbyterian Church at Rushville in 1854; removed to Adams county in 1868, where she lived until her death, Oct. 16, 1892.
  She leaves an aged husband and two children, Wm. H. Carter and Ruth A. Shore, both residents of Nebraska. The latter was present at her mother's deathbed.
  Procession will start to the cemetery from Mr. J. A. Teel's one mile north of the square, today (Thursday) at 1 p.m. Deceased was well known in Rushville years ago and was a sister of the Messrs. Hindman of this township.
Obituary for Mary J. Shoemaker Carter
Rushville Times, April 16, 1914
  Mary J.  Shoemaker was born in Galla county, Ohio, July 7, 1824, and died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mary Miller of Stoutland, Mo., April 3, 1914; aged 89 years, 8 months and 26 days. February 25, 1914, she fell and fractured her hip, and after suffering for five long weeks she finally passed away.
  She was married in Ohio to Wm. P. Carter in 1845. They moved to Putnam county, Missouri, and lived there all thru the war, then in 1865 moved to Adams county, Illinois, near Kellerville; then  moved to Schuyler county in 1881, locating on a farm near Camden, where her husband died October 23, 1891. Since then she has lived with and kept house for her son, Henry Carter, until five years ago when she came to live with her daughter, Mrs. Mary Miller.
  She was the mother of twelve children, four of whom have preceded her to the better world. She leaves to mourn their loss eight children, thirty grandchildren and thirty-three great-grandchildren; also many relatives and friends. Her children are: Mrs. A. Utter and Mrs. Eliza Bowen of  Bartley, Neb.; Mrs. Mary Miller and Henry Carter of Stoutland, Mo.; Mrs. Ellen Ebe of Divernan, Ill.;  Mrs. Lizzie Maon of Jacksonville, Ill.; and Wm. H. Carter of Camden, Ill.
  She was a faithful member of the Methodist church since her youth and remained so to the last, and was ready and willing to go.
  Her remains were brought back to Camden where funeral services were held at the Methodist church at 10 o'clock April 16, 1914, after which interment was made in the King cemetery.
  Note: one adult child is missing from the obit.
Obituary for C. Eldon Carty
Rushville Times, October 18, 1989
C. Eldon Carty of Kewanee Dies
  C. Eldon Carty, 78, of Kewanee died at 4:50 a.m. Wednesday (Oct. 4, 1989) at Oakwoods Health Care Center.
  Services were Friday, Oct. 6 at Rux Funeral Home. Gene Fox officiated. Burial was in Wethersfield Cemetery in Kewanee.
  Born July 23, 1911, in Rushville to Clyde B. and Pearl M. Robeson Carty, he married Irene J. Block on Oct. 4, 1956, in Kewanee. She survives.
  Also surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Terre (Carole) Reingardt of Arvada, Colo; one step-daughter, Mrs. John (Judy) Jagers of Kewanee; three stepsons, William Hampton of Wyomig, Ill., Glenn Hampton of North Aurora and James Hampton of Fallbrook, Calif., 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and one brother, Victor Carty of San Jose, Calif. He was preceded in death by one son, two grandsons and one sister.
  He was a welder for Kewanee Boiler Corp. for 28  years, retiring in 1976.
Obituary for Annadella Leitzell/Smith Cato-Bernard
Rushville Times, Feb. 9, 2000, page 13, column 2
Annadelle Cato-Bernard
  Annadelle Leitzell Cato-Bernard, 72, died Thursday, Jan. 13, 2000.
  She was born in Benton, Wisc., the daughter of Edward Magruder Smith and Kathryn Rebecca Leitzell. She and her brother, Peter Smith, were raised by Harry and Della Speed of Rushville.
  She married Thomas R. Cato in 1943. In 1958 she married Emmet Bernard.
  She is survived by two sons, Thomas R. Cato and Peter W. Cato; a daughter, Leza E. Bernard; two grandsons, a granddaughter, and a great-granddaughter.
  She was an opera singer, performing with the American Opera Company and the Cameo Opera Club. She also wrote songs and poetry.
  A memorial service was held on Jan. 24, 2000, at the First Presbyterian Church in Rushville. Burial was in Rushville City Cemetery.
Obituary for Rachel Young Chandler
  Died, April 2, 1894, at the residence of her son, Lewis, Amish, Iowa, Mrs. Rachel Chandler, aged 87 years, 6 mo. and 6 days.  Deceased was born in 1807 in Fayette Co., Pa., and moved with her parents to Ohio in 1822.  She was a sister of Morgan Young, Sarah Stockton and Ann Baker.  In 1846 she was married to Ira Chandler and to them were born two children on one of whom survives; Lewis, with whom she made her home at Amish, "Aunt Rachel" as she was familiarly called, was a member of the Friend's church and lived a quiet, pious life.  The funeral was held at the M. E. Church, April 4th, Rev. Maxwell officiating, after which the remains were laid to rest in the cemetery near the church.
  Submitted by Betty Young Adair <Blaquilt@macomb.com>, Great-Great Niece
  Note: She is the daughter of Hercules and Ann Chandler Young.  Not mentioned is brother John Young married 3 times to Almira Lovell, Betsy Ann Wilson and Elizabeth Porter.
Obituary for Faye B. Bedwell Chenoweth
Eagle Publication, Macomb, McDonough County, Illinois
 Faye B. Chenoweth
  Faye B. Chenoweth, 90, Table Grove, died at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, 2003 at Heartland Health Care Center, Macomb.
  Services were held Monday, Sept. 15, 2003 at the Table Grove Community Church, Table Grove, with the Rev. Ed Barrett officiating. Burial was in Harris Cemetery, Table Grove.
  Memorials may be made to Table Grove Community Church.
  Shawgo Memorial Home, Ipava, was in charge of arrangements.

Rushville Times, September 17, 2003
Faye Chenoweth
  Faye B. Chenoweth, 90, of Table Grove, died Friday, Sept. 12, 2003, at Heartland Health Care Center, in Macomb.
  She was born Jan. 24, 1913, in Table Grove, the daughter of Frank and Nellie (Butters) Bedwell.
  She married Archie Albert Chenoweth April 12, 1951, in Ipava.  He died Nov. 14, 1998.
  Survivors include several nieces and nephews.  She was a homemaker.
  She was a member of Table Grove Community Church.
  Services were Monday, Sept. 15, 2003, at Table Grove Community Church in Table Grove with Ed Barrett officiating.  Burial was in the Harris Cemetery near Table Grove.  Shawgo Memorial Home in Ipava was in charge of the services.
  Memorials may be made to the Table Grove Community Church.
Obituary for Melvin Ezra Chenoweth
Rushville Times, Nov. 10, 1999, page 17, column 1
Melvin Chenoweth
  Melvin Ezra Chenoweth, 81, of Table Grove, died Thursday, Nov. 4, 1999, at the Heartland Healthcare Center in Canton.
  He was born Nov. 8, 1917, in New Salem Township, of McDonough County, the son of Ezra William and Flora Edith Ruby Chenoweth.  He married Virginia Claudia Griffith on Feb.21, 1940, in Keokuk, Iowa.  She survives.
  Also surviving are one son, Dale (wife Martha) of Morton; two daughters, Marsha Jean Chenoweth of Naperville and Mrs. Richard (Rita Jean) Lear of Riverside, Iowa; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by seven sisters and four brothers.
  He was salutatorian of the 1936 class of Adair High School.  He worked at Camp Ellis in Table Grove during WW II.  He was employed at M & H Auto Supply in Macomb, for 15 1/2 years.  He was acting postmaster at Table Grove for three years and manager and part owner of Farr Farm Service Inc., for 18 years, retiring in 1981.  He was a long standing member of the Table Grove Community Church, where he held many church offices.  He was a 50-year member of Independent Order of Odd Fellows in Table Grove, an associate member of Table Grove American Legion Post 413 and treasurer of the Table Grove Investors Club.
  He served two consecutive terms on the Fulton County Planning Commission and was an election judge for Farmers Township in Fulton County.  He was a village trustee of Table Grove for 15 years.  He took an active role in various committees and developed the Rouse numbering system for Table Grove.  He also was a lifetime farmer and had lived in Table Grove since his marriage.
Obituary for Alice A. Acker Chipman
Rushville Times, Wednesday, June 28, 2000, page 13, column 1
Alice A. Chipman
  Alice A. Chipman, 71, of Jacksonville, died Saturday, June 24, 2000, at St. John's Hospice Center in Springfield.
  She was born Sept. 13, 1928, in Rushville, the daughter of Earl and Mamie Armstrong Acker.  She married William E. Chipman on Nov. 30, 1947, in Rushville.  He survives.
  Also surviving are two sons, Bob (wife Janet) Chipman of Jacksonville and Jim (wife Stephanie) Chipman of Springfield; four grandsons; three sisters, Naydene Cummings of Chicago, Norma (husband Jim) Edwards of Rushville, and Ellen (husband Al) Krasuski of Burlington, Iowa; and two brothers, Vic (wife Pat) Acker and Larry (wife Jan) Acker both of Rushville.
  She was preceded in death by two sisters, Dorcas New and Margaret Spates, and one brother, Thomas Acker.
  Mrs. Chipman graduated from Rushville High School.  In 1952, she and her husband moved to Jacksonville, where she has served in many community, school, and church activities.  She served as director of the Illinois College bookstore for 24 years, where she was always a favorite friend of the students.  In 1997 she was honored with the Illinois College "Friend of the College" award.
  Mrs. Chipman was an avid gardener, with a keen eye for interior design.  She loved spending time with her family and friends.  She was known for her hearty laugh and zest for life.
  A memorial service was held on Monday, June 26, at First Presbyterian Church, Jacksonville.  Private graveside services will be held at a later date.
Obituary for James A. Chockley
died: May 6, 1983
Rushville Times, May 11, 1983
Rites Held Here Monday For James A. Chockley
  Funeral services for James A. Chockley, 69, former Ripley resident were held at 2 p.m. Monday at Worthington Funeral Home, Rushville. Collis Trone was in charge. Burial was in Ripley cemetery.
  Mr. Chockley, a resident of the Meyers Nursing Center in Beardstown, died at 10:20 a.m. Friday at Culbertson hospital, Rushville.
  He was born May 21, 1913 in Woodstock township, Schuyler county, son of Henry and Mary Kelly Chockley. He married Edna Clark Oct. 1, 1938 at Palmyra, Mo. She survives.
  Also surviving are two sons, Verne of Lincoln and Danny of Murrayville; one daughter, Linda Miller of rural Browning; six grandchildren; and on brother, Clarence of Golden. He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.
Obituary for Ruby M. Quesenberry Chockley
Rushville Times, Feb. 16, 2000, page 13, column 1
  Ruby M. Chockley, 76, of rural Industry died Monday, Feb. 7, 2000, at McDonough District Hospital in Macomb.
  She was born Aug. 18, 1923, in Schuyler County, to Emory and Eva Allen Quesenberry.  She married Leo H. Chockley on June 10, 1940, in Paris, Mo.  He survives.
  Also surviving are one son, Larry Chockley of Fort Myers, Fla.; three daughters, Marjorie Snowden of Farmington, Norma Hudson of Mt. Joy, Penn., and Diana Kuehn of Evansville, Ind.; two brothers, Robert Quesenberry of Huntsville and Emory Quesenberry, Jr., of Hamilton; 14 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
  She was preceded in death by her parents and one son, Robert Lee Chockley.
  She lived most of her life in the Industry area where she was a homemaker.  She was a member of the Rushville Assembly of God Church.
  Graveside services were held Thursday, Feb. 10, 2000, at the Industry Cemetery with Rev. Marvin Chockley officiating.  Clugston-Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb was in charge of services.
  Memorials may be made to the Rushville Assembly of God Church.
BIRTHDAY - 90th
Rushville Times, Wednesday, June 7, 2000, page 5, column 2
  Glenn Churchill, long-time resident of Rushville, will celebrate his 90th birthday on Monday, June 12.  Friends are planning a card shower.  He would enjoy hearing from his friends.  Congratulations and best wishes may be sent to his home at 454 W Washington St., Rushville.  Also, Glenn will be at Roger's Bakery after 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 10, where he would like to have you share his birthday cake, have coffee and say "hello."

Obituary for Glenn E. Churchill
Rushville Times, Wednesday, March 21, 2001, page 15, column 5
Glenn Churchill
  Glenn E. Churchill, 90, of Rushville, died Monday, March 19, 2001, at Culbertson Long Term Care Facility in Rushville.
  He was born June 12, 1910, in Toulon, in Star County, to Bert and Myrtle Coleman Churchill.
  He married Dorothy Illman on June 24, 1937, in Ottawa.  She died Feb. 4, 1987.  Surviving are numerous nieces and nephews, including Mrs. Gary (Charlotte) McPeek and Mrs. Patrick (Marcia) Cummings, both of Springfield, Mac Churchill of Ft. Myers, Fla., Ron Churchill of Plant City, Fla., Eugene Bordenkircher of Lady Lake, Fla., Richard Bordenkircher of Rolling Meadows, and Donald Bordenkircher of Houston, Texas.  He also is survived by his special friends, Dick and Jean Barron of Rushville. 
  He was preceded in death by one brother, Milo A. Churchill and one nephew, John Bordenkircher.
  He was a contract painter, retiring in 1972.  He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Rushville.  He also was a 50 year member and Past Master of Rushville Lodge No. 9, AF&AM; Quincy Consistory AASR; and the Rushville Lions Club.
  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Scott Henley officiating.  Burial will be in the Rushville City Cemetery west of Rushville.
  Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home where Masonic services will be conducted at 8 p.m. by Rushville Lodge No. 9.
  Memorials may be made to the Lions of Illinois Foundation.


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