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Obituary for Donald E. Stambaugh
Donald Stambaugh 52, Of Astoria Dies
  Donald E. Stambaugh, 62, of Astoria, died at 4:37 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, 1988, at St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria from injuries received in a truck accident on Monday, Jan. 11, 1988.
  He was born on Aug. 15, 1935 in Browning, a son of Earl and Lula (Belville) Stambaugh.  He married Freida J. Bollinger on Jan. 10, 1956 in Rushville.  She survives.
  Also surviving are four sons, Rick and Ronnie, both of Ipava, Randy of Astoria and Reggie of Springfield; four daughters, Vickie and Patty, both of, Astoria and Debbie and Susan, at home; four grandchildren; his parents of Browning; two sisters, Mrs. Dorothy Schisler and Mrs. Margaret Hunter, both of Astoria; and one brother, Junior Bill Stambaugh of Browning.
  He was preceded in death by two brothers.
  He was employed as a truck driver by Clanin Trucking of Astoria.  Assembly of God Church.  He served with the Army from 1958 to 1964.
  Funeral services were held Monday at the Astoria Assembly of God Church with Rev. Lester Burgard officiating.  Burial was in the Browning Cemetery.
Obituary for Reverend Earl Wilford Stambaugh I
February 28, 1990
The Rev. Earl Stambaugh Dies
  The Rev. Earl W. Stambaugh, 89, of rural Browning, died at 12:06 a.m. Monday (Feb. 26, 1990) at Astoria Health Care Center.
  Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday (today) at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria, with the Revs. Lester Burgard and Clyde Mayhugh officiating.  Burial will be in Browning Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Assembly of God Church.
  Born May 19, 1900, in Browning Township, Schuyler County, to Albert and Susan Robertson Stambaugh.  He married Lula Belville on April 8, 1923.  She survives.
  Also surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Dorothy) Schisler and Mrs. Merlyn (Margaret) Hunter, both of Astoria; one son, Junior Bill of Browning; 26 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sons, one grandchild, four brothers and three sisters.
  A minister in the Fulton and Schuyler counties for more than 70 years, he has been pastor of Astoria Assembly of God Church for the last 55 years.  He was a member of Astoria Assembly of God Church and the Illinois District Council of Assemblies of God.
Obituary for Edward "Dewey" Dewey Stambaugh
March 1929
Edward Dewey, son of Albert and Susan Stambaugh, was born near Browning, August 9, 1898, and departed this life at the Culbertson hospital at Rushville, Saturday, March 16, 1929, following an illness of two months’ duration, at the age of 30 years, 7 months and 3 days.
  He was married to Muriel Cox, April 9, 1921.  To this union four children were born: Ruth, Leona, Homer Keith and Norma June; and infant preceding the father in death.
  Besides his wife and children he leaves to mourn his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stambaugh of Browning and six brothers and sisters: Corbie of Virden, William of London Mills, Earl of Browning, Mrs. Janie Mathis of Bushnell, Mrs. Agnes Frew of Canton and Mrs. Bessie Patton of Rushville.  A sister Mary, and a brother, Henry, preceded their brother to the Great Beyond.
  Dewey was a member of the Baptist church of Ridgeville, having surrendered his life to Christ at an early age and he had continued serving Him since that time.
  He was taken ill soon after Christmas and altho everything willing hands could do for him was done, he slowly became weaker and finally passed away at noon last Saturday.
  He was a dutiful son, a kind and loving husband and father, and a faithful neighbor.  Dewey was well known and truly loved by all, who knew him.  His cheerful smile and helping hand won friends wherever he was.
  He was considerate of others and, altho he suffered severely at times, he was very patient and kind to all about him.
  Funeral services were held at the Church of Christ in Browning, Mouday at 2:00 p. m., conducted by Rev. W. R. Scitzinger of Astoria; interment in the Browning cemetery.

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  Funeral services were held at the Church of Christ here Monday afternoon for Dewey Stambaugh, who died at the Culbertson hospital in Rushville  last Saturday.  Services were conducted by Rev. Seltzsinger of Astoria.  Burial was made in the Browning cemetery.  Those from a distance who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Stambaugh of Virden; Mrs. Bessie Patton of Rushville; Mrs. Agnes Frew, Mrs. Oscar Mathis and Will Stambaugh of Table Grove.
Obituary for Edward Earle Stambaugh
Edward E. Stambaugh
Edward E. Stambaugh, 76, of Phoenix, Ariz., died Sept. 16, 1997.
  He was born March 10, 1921, in Browning, the son of Corbin and Nellie McVicker Stambaugh.
  He married Norma Jeanne Farrar of Rushville on July 10, 1943. She survives.
  Also surviving are twin daughters, Melanie and Michelle; two grandchildren, David, and Amy; a brother, Guy L. Stambaugh of Havana; and several nieces and nephews.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Merlin C., Henry W., Corbin B. Jr., and a sister, Fern A. Blair and a son, Donnie Lee.
  He was a Navy veteran.  He self-employed, having retired a few years ago.
  Following cremation, military services, with honor guard, will be held at a later date at Veteran's Cemetery in Phoenix, Ariz.

Obituary for Harold Bader Stambaugh
Rushville Times, Febuary 8, 1900
  The primary department of our school was closed Monday and Tuesday in consequence of the teacher, Miss Grace Bader, being called to her home in Bader {Illinois} to attend the funeral of her nephew, Harold, aged about 3 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey M. Stambaugh.
Obituary for Harry Braymer Stambaugh
died: September 14, 1961
Rushville Times, September 1961
Harry B. Stambaugh, 75, of Browning Dies September 14
  Funeral services for Harry B. Stambaugh, 75, of Browning, who died last Thursday at 7 a.m. at the Culbertson Memorial hospital in Rushville, were held Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Roby Funeral Chapel with the Rev. Marshall H. Ervin officiating. Burial was in Browning cemetery, September 21, 1961.
  Harry B. Stambaugh was born at Braymer, Mo, January 23, 1886, the son of George W. Stambaugh and Tina Caroline Workman. He was united in marriage to Edith Grove of Astoria on January 20, 1913 and spent most of his life time at Browning as a commercial fisherman and hunter.
  He is survived by his wife, Edith; one brother, John Reno of Browning; two half-sisters, Grace Carrilo of Aurora and Vivian Pate of Beardstown; one half brother, Dewey previously deceased; three sons, Floyd, George and John of Browning; two daughters, Lenora of Sheldon's Grove and Arlene of Jacksonville; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Obituary for Harvey "Harve" Morris Stambaugh
Rushville Times, February 20, 1947
Harvey Stambaugh Died Feb. 16
  Harvey Morris Stambaugh, son of Alfred and Helen Potter Stambaugh, was born July 1, 1867, on a farm in the vicinity of Bader, and departed this life Sunday, February 16, 1947, at Phelps hospital, Macomb, after an illness of several weeks.
  On October 15, 1890, he was united in marriage to Miss Inez Bader, and to this union were born three sons, Leslie Potter, Harold Bader, and Paul Harvey.  Leslie Potter and Harold Bader preceded their father in death.
  Besides his wife and son, Paul, he leaves to mourn his passing two sister, Grace Stricker of Laura, Ohio, and Adeline Sherrin of Chicago; two brothers, Lon T., of Indianapolis, Ind., and Burt C. of Prescott, Kansas; and two grandchildren, Paul Lee and Douglas Donald, of Dallas, Texas.
  Some 30 years ago he became a member of the newly organized Christian church of Beardstown.
  When a young man, Harve accepted a position as fireman on the Burlington railroad, in ndue time being promoted to engineer, and later being elevated to the official position of road foreman of engines.  he held this position for several years, but later returned to his old position as engineer, during this time handling some of the most important trains on the Beardstown division.  It has been said by officials and fellow employees that Harve was one of the most efficient engineers of is time.  In 1937 he retired, and since that time he and his wife have resided on their farm one mile south of Bader.
  Being in plain view of the railroad, Harve seldom missed waving at the passing trains, and all crews made special effort to see him and answer his signals with their whistles.  It can rightfully be said that he "lived in the house by the side of the road."
Obituary for Henry "Joseph" Joseph Stambaugh
died October 18, 1918
Henry A. Stambaugh
  Henry Stambaugh is another one of Schuyler county's soldier boys that has succumbed to the Spanish influenza, his death occurring in a southern army camp on Oct. 16th.  The remains will be brought to the home of his mother, Mrs. Amos Stambaugh, in Browning township, where funeral services will be held.  Interment in the Ridgeville cemetery.
  Corbin B. Stambaugh went to Montgomery, Ala., the past week, where his brother Joseph was in training at Camp Sheridan.  He was taken with influenza and lived out six hours after his brother's arrival.  He was brought home Monday.

Corp. H. Stambaugh Influenza Victim
  Corp. Henry A. Stambaugh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stambaugh residing near Browning, died at Camp Sheridan, Ala., at 7:15 p. m., Oct. 17, ages 23 years and 4 days.  Death was due to Spanish influenza.
  The young man was called to the service May 31, 1918.  Being almost five months in the service, he reached the rank of Corporal.
  He leaves to mourn his death four brothers and two sisters.
  The funeral was held Tuesday forenoon, conducted by Rev. James Miller.  Burial in the Browning cemetery.
  Note: His Name was Henry Joseph, son of Albert Washington and Susan Robertson Stambaugh.
Obituary for Henry Wilson Stambaugh
  Rushville Times, September 28, 1938
   Henry W., son of Amos & Catherine Stambaugh, was born west of Bader October 28, 1866 and departed this life at his home in Astoria, September 24, 1938 at the age 72 years, & 11 months. he spent his boyhood on the log home place near Bader and received his schooling at Bader.
   On October 28, 1888 at Browning he was married to Mary Ellen Stroops who survives him. They lived in a log cabin near the old homestead until 1890 when they moved to Fulton county and in 1911 moved back to Schuyler county and in 1934 moved to Astoria.
   During the course of years 10 children were born: Jedde of Astoria, Violia Paxton of Adair, Bertha (deceased), Eldon (deceased), Joy of Rock Island, Lefa Edwards, Bader, John C. of Astoria, Beulah Shaw of Bluff City, Kathryn McDaniel, Macomb, & Gladys Bair (deceased), also his brother, Albert, John & Amos & one sister, Rose Skiles. Preceding him in death was a brother, Nathaniel & a sister, Sarah Hayes of Vermont, 25 grandchildren, & one great-grandchild, also survive.
    Funeral services were held Monday at the United Brethren church in Astoria, conducted by Rev. Fred Thompson. Burial in Bader cemetery.
Obituary for Homer Keith Stambaugh
Homer Stambaugh
  Browning - Homer Keith Stambaugh, 73, of Jacksonville, formerly of Browning, died Wednesday, Jan. 14, 1998 at Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville.
  Born Aug. 24, 1924, in Browning to Dewey and Muriel Cox Stambaugh, he married Ethel R. D'Camp.  She survives.
  Also surviving are two daughters, Beverly Tangman of Jacksonville and Debi Stambaugh of Agoura Hills, Calif.; one son, Robert of Jacksonville; two sisters, Mrs. Collis (Ruth) Trone of Astoria and Mrs. Verle (Norma) Chockley of rural Astoria and five grandchildren; and one great--grandson.
  He was a farmer in Browning.  He later worked in the laundry department at Jacksonville Developmental Center and also at Illinois College and Hertzberg-New Method Book Bindery.  He volunteered for the Salvation Army.
  He was an Army an veteran, serving at Camp Stewart, Ga.
  Services will be held 11 a.m. at Williamson Funeral Home, Jacksonville.  Calling hours will be after 11:30 a. m. today at the funeral home, with the family present from 6 to 8 p. m.  Graveside services will be at 1 p. m. Saturday at Browning Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army.
Obituary for Inez B. Bader Stambaugh
Same in Astoria Argus and Rushville Times papers.
Inez Stambaugh Dies At Age 101
  Mrs. Inez Stambaugh, 101 years old, resident of Bader, whose ancestors founded the town, died Wednesday morning November 13, 1974 in Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  Private graveside services were held in Bader Cemetery, with arrangements in charge of Shawgo Memorial Home at Astoria.
  Born near Bader January 22, 1873, she was the daughter of H. O. Bader and Lucetta Saucer Bader.
  She married Harvey Stambaugh, who preceded her in death.
  Surviving are one son, Paul, in Arizona; two grandsons; five great grandchildren; and two brothers, Howard Bader of Browning and Clarence Bader of Grandin, Mo.  She was preceded in death by six sisters.
Obituary for Jesse William Stambaugh
July 27, 1988
Jesse Stambaugh Dies At Age 98
  Jesse W. {William}Stambaugh, 98, formerly of Astoria, died at 1 p. m. Sunday, July 24, 1988, at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Beardstown.
  A retired farmer, he had been a substitute mail carrier for 25 years in rural Astoria.
  He was born Oct. 13, 1889, in Browning Township, Schuyler County, a son of Henry and Mary Stroops Stambaugh.  He married Nettle Ann Robertson on Dec. 22, 1912, in Browning.  She preceded him in death on Jan. 23, 1978.
  One son, one daughter, three grandchildren, one great great grandchild, five sisters and three brother also preceded him in death.
  Surviving are two sons, Melvin Stambaugh of Beardstown and Daniel H. Stambaugh of Springfield; two daughters, Mrs. Edna Jennings of East Moline and Mrs. Thelma Lear of Rock Island; 12 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; 15 great great grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Beulah Briney of Astoria.
  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. this afternoon at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Laurence Royer officiating.  Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.
Obituary for Jimmy Stambaugh
Rushville Times, July 12, 2000, page 13, column 1
Jimmy Stambaugh
  Jimmy Stambaugh, 61, of Astoria, died Friday, July 7, 2000 at Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville.
  He was born Feb. 24, 1939, in Bluff City, the son of Leonard and Maye Edith (Carter) Stambaugh.  They preceded him in death.  He never married.
  Surviving are one sister, Patty (husband Robert) Winner of Browning; one brother; Howard (wife Betty) Stambaugh of Astoria; two nieces; two nephews; 10 great nieces and nephews; and four great-great nieces and nephews.
  He was of the Methodist faith, and had been employed as a farm hand for the Burgard family.
  Services were Monday, July 10 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Rev. Marty Briney and Rev. Marian Stone officiating.  Burial was in the Sheldons Grove Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Rescue Squad or the Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice.
Obituary for Kathryn Ann Roudebush Walton Stambaugh
Mrs. Amos Stambaugh.
  Kathryn, daughter of Christopher and Margaret Rhodebush, was born in Yorktown, Penn., Feb. 21, 1851.  Died at the Galesburg hospital, Wednesday, Jan 19, 1916 between 12 and 1 o'clock, age 64 years, 10 months, and 28 days.  She was united in marriage, Nov. 24, 1872 to George Walton, who preceded her in death, May 8, 1901.  To this union eight children were born the surviving ones are: Mrs. Fredona Schuman; Theodore Walton; Mrs. Lusetta Geer; Mrs. Luetta Trone; Mrs. Arigona Ho(e)ffner.  There are four brothers, Jim R., of Rushville, Henry R., of Brooklyn, Johnathan R., near Rushville, Ill.; John R. of Plymouth, Illinois; also two sisters, Mrs. Jane Dunston, Hutchinson, Kansas, Mrs. Mary Stockwell, of Plymouth, Ill.; and many, other relatives and hosts of warm hearted friends, mourn the loss of one near and dear to them.
  Her parents came to Illinois April 19, 1855, landing at Frederick, settling near Rushville, where they resided.  Later years she came to this section of county, making it her happy home for many years.  She was united in marriage to Amos D. Stambaugh in May 1904, and for the past twelve years they were residents of Bader, being well respected and honorable citizens.  She was a good woman, a conscientious Christian, having united with the Christian church, when 19 years old.  Five weeks ago she had the misfortune of falling on the ice, sustaining injuries, of a broken hip, and being a sufferer of brights disease, her condition was serious.  She expressed her last wishes, just before she went to sleep.  A beautiful life of a loved one does not end, it simply goes on.  She new the love of many friends who sorrow for her departure.  Her comforting words and pleasant ways shall live on.  She was a tender hearted mother, metering out all a mother's love to her children, and well can they, call her, "blessed," for she has done all she could for her loved ones.  Funeral services were held from the Church, Friday afternoon.  Rev. Chloe officiating.  Her nephews, Delno Rhodebush, Frank Milby, Kert Milby, Fred Robinson, Lawrence and Ralph Walton, were the pall-bearers.  Interment in Bader cemetery.
  The bereaved ones have the sincere sympathy of their many friends in this sad hour, but, "Let not your hearts be troubled, believe in God, believe also in me."
Obituary for Lula May Stockwell/Skiles Bellville Stambaugh
Lula Stambaugh Dies At Age 85
  Lula Mae Stambaugh, 85 of Astoria, formerly of Browning, died at 4:35 a.m. Tuesday, July 9, 1991, at her home.
  She was born Oct. 30, 1905, in Browning Township, a daughter of Elmer and Daisy Skiles Belleville.  She married Rev. Earl W. Stambaugh on April 8, 1923, at Bader.  He preceded her in death on Feb. 26,1990.
  Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Floyd (Dorothy) Schisler and Mrs. Merlyn (Margaret) Hunter, both of Astoria, one son, Junior Bill Stambaugh of Browning; 26 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren; eight great-great grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Sherman (Bula) Palmer of Astoria,   Mrs. Frank (Juanita) Genseal of Turlock, Calif., and Mrs. Clifford (Wanda) Gerard of Gilmore, Iowa; and two brothers, Carlyle Belville of Beardstown and "Buster" Belville of Astoria.
  She was preceded in death by three sons, one grandchild and three brothers.
  She was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Astoria.
  Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday afternoon at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Rev. Lester Burgard and Rev. Clyde Mayhugh officiating.  Burial will be in the Browning Cemetery.
  Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Shawgo's.
  Memorials may be made to the Assembly of God Church in Astoria.
  Note: Lula's  name is confusing.  It has been stated in obit that she was the daughter of Elmer and Daisy Skiles Belleville and in the marriage application as Lula Stockwell Skiles and father is named as Jesse S. Stockwell and mother Daisy M. Skiles. Daisy M. Belville is stated as the mother giving consent for marriage in application for Marriage License.  I decided to use the marriage license application name.  Sara Hemp <cryssara@merr.com>
Obituary for Max Devere Stambaugh
Rushville Times, October 17, 2001, page 15, column 4
Max D. Stambaugh
  Max D. Stambaugh, 53, of Astoria, died Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001, at Sawmill Mountain Meeker, Colo.
 He was born March 18, 1948, in Beardstown, the son of Wayne D. and Opal M. (Hopping) Stambaugh.
  He married Annie Lewis Dec. 23, 1972, in Summum.  She survives.
  He was preceded in death by his father and two infant brothers.
  Survivors include his wife of Astoria; one daughter, Rachel Stambaugh, at home; and one sister, Mrs. Larry (Rosemary) Mason of Astoria.
  He worked at IH Navistar for 30 years.
  He graduated from Astoria High School in 1966 and was a member of the Summum Christian Church.
  Services were held Monday, Oct. 15 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Rev. Tim Worstell officiating.  Burial was in Summum Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Rachel's college fund in care of Farmer's State Bank of Astoria or the Summum Christian Church Youth Fund.
Obituary for Muriel Edith Cox Stambaugh
March 16, 1967
Rites Held Tuesday for Mrs. Muriel Cox Shannon
  Mrs. Muriel Cox Shannon 64, of Browning, died about noon Saturday at Memorial hospital in Spring-  {Springfield}
  Mrs. Shannon was born Feb. 5, 1903 near Browning, a daughter of Benjamin and Sarah Walton Cox.  She was married to Edward Dewey Stambaugh in 1920; He died in 1928.  She resided in the Browning area for most of her live and in Macomb for a few years.  She was a member of the Browning Church of Christ.
  She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Sarah Cox of Browning; two daughters, Mrs. Ruth Trone of Davenport, Neb., Mrs. Norma Chockley of Browning;  a son, Homer Stambaugh of Jacksonville; nine grandchildren; four brothers, Henry Cox, Homer Cox, and Ira Cox, all of Browning; and Ralph Cox of Camden; and two sisters, Mrs. Ethel Henderson and Mrs. Doris Morris of Browning.
  Her father and an infant child died previously.          
  Funeral services were held at 2 p. m. Tuesday at the Shawgo Memorial home in Astoria with Rev. Numa Crowder officiating.  Burial was in Browning.
Obituary for Nellie McVicker Stambaugh
died January 18, 1930
Mrs. Corbin Stambaugh
  Funeral services were held here at the Christian church Tuesday afternoon for Mrs. Corbin Stambaugh, who passed away at her home in Virden last Friday.  Surviving Mrs. Stambaugh are the husband and four children.  Rev. Nye, of Astoria, conducted the services.  Interment in the Browning cemetery.

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  Mr. and Mrs. Clint Kalebaugh, of Bartonville, arrived Monday to attend funeral of Mrs. Corbin Stambaugh.
Obituary for Nettie Ann Robertson Stambaugh
February 2, 1978
Stambaugh Rites Held In Astoria Thursday
  Services for Nettie Ann Stambaugh, 85, of Astoria, who died Jan. 23 were held at 1:30 p. m. Jan. 26 at Shawgo Memorial home in Astoria.
  The Rev. Wesley Wallace officiated and burial was in Oak Grove cemetery.
  She was born near Browning May 18, 1892, a daughter of Daniel and Agnes McCombs Robertson.  She married Jesse William Stambaugh Dec. 22, 1912, at Browning.
  Surviving are her husband; two sons, Melvin of Mt. Sterling and Daniel of Springfield; three daughters, Mrs. Edna Jennings of East Moline, Mrs. Thelma Lear of  Rock Island and Mrs. Bernice O'Hair of Davenport, Iowa; 14 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.
  One son, one granddaughter, one brother and one sister preceded her in death.
  She was a member of Astoria United Methodist church.
Obituary for Phillip Dayle Stambaugh
Rushville Times, April 2003
Eagle Publications, April 15, 2003
Phillip Dayle Stambaugh
  Phillip Dayle Stambaugh, 76, died at 11:00 p.m. Saturday, April 5, 2003, at the Culbertson Memorial Hospital ER, Rushville.
   He was born July 27, 1913, in Astoria, the son of John W. and Mabel (Shaeffer) Stambaugh. He married Catherine Cooper Nov. 22, 1946, in Beardstown.
  He is preceded in death by four brothers, V.J. (Buck), Willard Dean, Willis, and infant, and one infant sister.
  In addition to his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Larry (Rita) Cunningham, Vermont; two grandaughters, Mrs. Scott (Lisa) Fawcett, Princeton, Mrs. Scott (Lora) Adcock, Plymouth; 5 great-grandaughters, Robert, Catie, Gale, Adcock; and one sister Lois Shawgo, Springfield.
  He worked as a Brakeman/switchman/fireman for the C.B. & Q. and Burlington Northern Railroad, retiring in 1985. He also farmed, retiring in 1991.
  He was also a veteran of World War II, Navy.
  Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2003, at the Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with the Rev. Clifford Parry officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior ro services on Wednesday.
  Memorials may be made to the Astoria Rescue Squad, Astoria.
Obituary for Susan Robertson Stambaugh
Rushville Times, May 14, 1941
Last Rites Held Thursday  For Mrs. Albert Stambaugh
  Funeral services were held on last Thursday afternoon at 2.00 o'clock at the Ridgeville church in Browning township, for Mrs. Arthur Stambaugh, lifelong resident of the Ridgeville community, who passed away Monday, May 5.  Interment was in the Browning cemetery.
  Susan, daughter of Alexander and Sarah Robertson, was born August 23, 1869, in the Ridgevile neighborhood near Browning, and departed this life May 5, 1941, at her home, aged 81 years, 8 months and 12 days.
  She was united in marriage to Albert Stambaugh on January 12, 1881, by J. P. Skiles, of Browning, and was a member of the Union Baptist church for almost sixty years.  On January 12, 1941, she and her husband celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary.
  Mrs. Stambaugh will be remembered as a loving mother, good neighbor, loyal friend, and will be greatly missed in the community.
  Mrs. Stambaugh is survived by her husband, Albert Stambaugh; three daughters, Mrs. Jennie Mathis of Macomb, Mrs. Agnes Frew of Canton, Mrs. Bessie Patton of Littleton; three sons, Rev. Corbin B. Stambaugh of Camden, William Stambaugh of London Mills, Rev. Earle Stambaugh of Browning; twenty-eight grandchil-dren, nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Louisa Park of Pleasant View, and Mrs. Mary Rice of Greensburg, Mo.; one brother, Rev. Stephen Robertson of Colton, Calif.; and a host of nieces and nephews, and other relatives.      
  She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, three sisters, one daughter, Mary, and two sons, Henry and Dewey. Also two small infants and five grandchildren.
Obituary for Velvia Bell Jennings Stambaugh
Rushville Times, Dec. 1, 1999, page 15, column 4
Velvia Stambaugh
  Velvia Bell (Jennings) Stambaugh, 80, of Beardstown, died Tuesday, Nov. 23, 1999, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital.
  She was born on Sept. 25, 1919, to Rosco and Gertrude Lane Jennings.  She married Dave Stambaugh on Sept. 12, 1936, in Palmyra, Mo.  He died Oct. 21, 1970.  She also was preceded in death by her parents, three sons, Danny Jennings, John Stambaugh, and an infant; and also her half-brother, Victor McLaughlin.
  She is survived by two sons, David (wife, June) Stambaugh of Moline, and James Richard (wife, Lana) Stambaugh of Rock Island; five daughters, Jennie (husband, Guy) Stambaugh of Havana; Norma Jean (husband, Bernerd) Coil of Beardstown, Bessie Chestnut of Hannibal, Mo., Mary Morris of Beardstown, and Connie (husband, Junior) Durell of Beardstown; a half-sister, Rose Friday of Rushville; 36 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
  Mrs. Stambaugh was a housewife most of her life, dedicating her time to her husband, children and grandchildren.  She loved spending time with people reminiscing about her family.
  Memorials may be made to the Velvia Bell Stambaugh Funeral Fund.
  Services were Friday, Nov. 26, 1999, at the Cline-Goodwin Funeral Home with interment at the Rushville City Cemetery.  Cline-Goodwin Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Obituaries for William Roger Stambaugh
February 10, 1972
Rites to Be Friday for William Stambaugh
  William R. Stambaugh, 82, a resident of the Soldiers and Sailors Home in Quincy for the past 10 years, formerly of Browning, passed away Tuesday at the home.  Funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 p. m. at the Roby Funeral Chapel with Brother Bob Reno officiating.  Burial will be in Browning cemetery.  Family will meet with friends after 7 p. m. Thursday evening at the Chapel.  Military rites will be held at 8 p. m. by Schuyler Post No. 4 American Legion.
  He was born in Browning township on March 16, 1889, son of Albert and Susan Robertson Stambaugh.  Surviving are two brothers, the Rev. Corbin Stambaugh of this city and the Rev. Earl Stambaugh of Browning; two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Frew of Canton and Mrs. Frank Patton of Littleton. Two brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
  Mr. Stambaugh was member of the Ridgeville Baptist church and a veteran of World War I.

February 17, 1972
William R. Stambaugh
  William R. Stambaugh, son of Albert Stambaugh and Susan Robertson Stambaugh, was born near Browning on March 16, 1889.  Early in life he became a member of the Ridgeville church.  He attended the Ridgeville public school.  When be was 29 years old he was called into the service of his country, serving in Co. D Field Artillery, No. 138.  At the close of the war, he served in the Army of occupation in Germany.  When be came out of the service, he worked on a farm near London Mills for one family until his health failed.  He then entered the Soldiers and Sailors home at Quincy.  He remained there for 10 years until he passed away Feb. 10, 1972.
  His father and mother, two brothers and two sisters are deceased
  Surviving are two brothers, Rev. Corbin Stambaugh of Rushville and Rev. Earl Stambaugh of Browning; two sisters, Agnes Frew of Canton and Mrs. Frank (Bessie) Patton of Littleton and a number of nieces and nephews.
  Funeral services were held on Friday at 2 p. m. at Roby Funeral chapel with Bro. Bob Reno officiating.  Burial was in Browning cemetery. 
Obituary for Bernice Catherine Robertson Stauffer Osburn
November 16, 1932
  Bernice Catherine, daughter of William and Ella Robertson, was born near Browning, Ill., June 23, 1897, and died at her home near Kim, Colorado, Nov. 6, 1932, at the age of 35 years, 4 months and 14 days.
  Bernice was converted early in life at the age of seventeen years, and united with the Baptist church.  She was of a quiet, unassuming, disposition, her first thoughts being for her home and family.
  Most of her life was spent in Illinois, where she graduated from the Browning high school and afterward taught for a number of years in the public schools.  In 1929 she went to Colorado, and on February 10, 1931, she was married to C. L. Osburn at Lamar, Colo.
  Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her loss, mother, father, a son, William Keith Stauffer, by a former marriage; the following sisters, Mrs. Beulah Smith, of Kim, Colo.; Mrs. Parker Lee, of San Bernardino, Calif.; Mrs. Rankin Condit, of Astoria, Ill.; Mrs. Jewel Anderson, of San Diego Calif., and Carolyn at home.
  Truly we find comfort in these words of the Master: "Thou hast finished thy race.  Thy work is well done.  Enter thou into the Kingdom of God."
  The entire family was present at the impressive funeral services which were held at Kim, Colorado, Wednesday, Nov. 9, conducted by Rev. Wood.  She was laid to rest in the cemetery nearby.

In Same Paper
  Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Robertson left Monday of last week for Kim, Colo., where they were called by the death  of their daughter, Mrs. Bernice Stauffer Osburn.  They were accompanied by their daughters, Mrs. Jewell Anderson, Mrs. Rankin Condit and Miss Carolyn.
Obituary for Archie Stevens
Rushville Times, Sept. 15, 1977
 Rites Held Wednesday For Archie Steven, 84
   Archie Stevens, 84, of rural Browning, died at 3:25 p.m. Sunday at Blessing hospital in Quincy.
   Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Worthington funeral home with Collis Trone officiating. Burial was in Ridgeville cemetery.
   He was born April 15, 1893, near Pleasant View, the son of Nathan and Melvina Icenogle Stevens. He farmed during his early life and was later employed as a carpenter and brick layer. he was a veteran of World War I, serving in the medical corps in France. He was married June 28, 1917 to Christina Sayers, who survives.
   Also surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Melvin (Louesia) Stambaugh of Versailles, four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren one brother, Alvin Stevens of Beardstown; and two nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and one brother.
Obituary for Caleb Stevens
The Schuyler Citizen
  Caleb Stevens was born in Zanesville, Ohio, June 11, 1819 and died January 11, 1900.  He came to this State at the age of 16 years, was married to Mary Gragg, March 10, 1845.  His wife died in September 1872.  He joined the M. E. Church South in 1872.  May 3, 1874 he was again married to Mrs. Sarah Croxton.  He lived a consistent Christian life and said he was entirely ready to go.  He leaves a wife and one son and many other friends and relatives to mourn his death.  His age was 80 years, 6 months and 29 days.
Obituary for Mary VanOrder Stevens
Rushville Times, July 25, 1895
  Mary Vanorder was born in Ithaca, Tompkins county, New York, September 8, 1838, and died in Rushville July 16, 1895, aged 56 years, 20 months, and 8 days.
  In her native town she was married to Eli Stevens in 1852, and the family came to Illinois in 1859. She was the mother of two daughters; Mrs. Emeline Coakenour, deceased, and Mrs. Wm. Seward, who, with her father and many friends, are left to mourn her loss. She was a good mother and faithful wife, and was beloved by all who knew her.
  In early life she was converted and joined the Methodist Church. She was a sufferer for many months, but the more she suffered the more resigned and patient she was. On Monday evening at 7'oclock [July 16, 1895] the Lord gave her a happy release from her suffering and took her to her home in heaven.
  The funeral services were held at her late residence, conducted by Rev. Rogers. The large number in attendance was an expression of the high esteem in which she was held.
The years may come, the years may go,
  She'll not soon forgotten be;
The good she gave survives the grave,
  Lives through eternity.
She never can return to us,
  But soon we too shall know
The blessedness of perfect rest,
  Set free from pain and care.
Obituary for Sarah Parks Croxton Stevens
The Schuyler Citizen, March 27, 1901
  Sarah Parks was born in Staffordshire, England May 1, 1821.  Was married to Walter Croxton at the age of twenty years.  They came to America soon after their marriage.  To their union were born eight children of whom three boys and one girl are living.  Mr. Croxton died in July 1862 in Iron County, Missouri.  She united with the Christian Church at Pleasantview in 1873 and lived a consistent Christian life.  She was married to Caleb Stevens May 3, 1874, who died January 11, 1900.  She has since resided with her daughter, who did at all times all that she could do to make her comfortable in the evening of life.  She departed this life March 21, 1901 at 6:30 in the morning.  She was ever a devoted and loving Mother and when called away she was ready and willing to go.
  The funeral sermon was delivered by Elder G. W. Ford of this city to a large congregation in the Christian Church in Pleasantview.
Obituary for Dr. Wilma Gordon Stienbarger
Rushville Times, December 13, 2000, page 15, column 3
  Dr. Wilma Gordon Stienbarger, 91, of Augusta, died Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000, at Blessing Hospital in Quincy.
  She was born Sept. 2, 1909, in Augusta, the daughter of Sam and Hila (Hackney) Gordon. She married Wilmer N. Stienberger on May 20, 1940, in Macomb. He died Nov. 25, 2000.
  She is survived by two sons, Robert (wife, Emilie) of Albuquerque, N.M., and Philip (Wife, Myrna) of Augusta; three granddaughters and two nieces. She was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Kelly.
  Dr. Wilma Stienbarger retired from medical practice in 1986 after serving the Augusta area medical needs for 56 years. She was a 1926 graduate of Augusta High School and a 1930 graduate of the Kirksville, Mo., Osteopathic College. She was a member of the United Church of Augusta. She was a 71-year member of Augusta Chapter AQ PEO, a 73-year member of the Order of Eastern Star, member of Tri-County Country Club and a member of the Quincy, Mt. Sterling and Macomb Rock Clubs.
  Funeral services for Dr. Stienbarger will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2000, at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Augusta with the Rev. Kathleen Hughes officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the Hamilton Funeral Home Thursday afternoon and evening and Friday until the time of services.
  Memorials may be made to the Augusta Chapter AQ PEO Scholarship Fund or the Quincy Area Consistory Medical Scholarship Fund.
Obituary for Dr. Wilmer N. Stienbarger
Rushville Times, December 6, 2000, page 15, column 3
  Dr. Wilmer N. Steinbarger, 90, of Augusta, died Saturday, Nov. 25, 2000, at the Carthage Memorial Hospital in Carthage.
  He was born Sept. 12, 1910, in Augusta, the son of Wayne and Eugena (Bacon) Stienbarger. He married Dr. Wilma Gordon on May 20, 1940, in Macomb. She survives.
  He is also survived by two sons, Robert (wife, Emilie) Stienbarger of Albuquerque, N.M., and Philip (wife, Myrna) Stienbarger of Augusta; three grandchildren, Sarah Stienbarger of Bloomington, Ind., Shelly Stienbarger of Monmouth, and Gina Stienbarger of Ottumwa, Iowa; and one niece, Patsi Behrends of Decatur.
  He was preceded in death by one sister, Helen Justine Stienbarger, and one brother, Willard Stienbarger.
  He retired from medical practice in 1986 after serving the Augusta area for more than 44 years. He was a 1928 graduate of Augusta High School. He attended Kirksville Osteopathic College and received his medical degree from Des Moines Osteopathic College in 1942. He was a member of the United Church of Augusta. He was a charter member of the Tri-County Country Club; a 68 year member of J. L. Anderson Lodge 318 AF and AM in Augusta; member of Quincy Consistory; and the Ansar Shrine Temple in Springfield. He served in the United States Army Air Corps in World War II.
  Funeral services were held Monday, Nov. 27, at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Augusta and Rev. Kathleen Hughes and Rev. Edward Boussaard officiated. Burial was in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Augusta.
  Memorials are suggested for the Kirksville Osteopathic Hospital Cancer Center or the Southeastern High School Science Club.
Obituary for Edwin J. Stock
Rushville Times, September 27, 2000, page 15A, column 4
Edwin J. Stock
  Edwin J. Stock 78, of Beardstown, formerly of Arenzville, died Sunday morning, Sept. 17, 2000, at Heritage Manor East in Beardstown.
  He was born July 10, 1922, south of Bluff Springs in Cass County, the son of Thomas and Hermine Braun Stock.  He married Doris K. Korte Feb. 26, 1949, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bluff Springs.  She survives in Beardstown.
  He is also survived by one brother, Junior, of Beardstown; one sister, Helen L. Stock Bingham of Virginia; and two cousins.  He was preceded in death by four brothers, Henry, Ralph, Glen and Herman.
  Mr. Stock served as a staff sergeant in the United States Army Air Force during World War II from Oct. 1942 until March 1946.  He then entered the Army Air Force Reserves until March 1949.  He was a member of the American Legion Post 604 in Arenzville.  He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bluff Springs for over 50 years.  He was employed with the Illinois Department of Public Works and Buildings-Division of Highways as a test core drill operator for eight and a half years.  He retired from farming in the Cass County area in 1988 and retired from Bohn Heat Transfer in Beardstown in June 1988, after 19 years of service.  He enjoyed attending steam tractor and threshing shows, vacation traveling and attending auctions.
  Funeral services for Edwin J. Stock were held Wednesday, Sept. 20, at the Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown with the Rev. Ellise Rothfusz of the St. John's Lutheran Church in Bluff Springs officiating.  Burial was in the Beardstown City Cemetery.
Obituary for Herman Louis Stock
Rushville Times, August 16, 2000, page 11, column 4
Herman Stock
  Herman Louis Stock, 75, of Beardstown, died Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2000, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  He was born March 12, 1925, in Arenzville Township of Cass County to Thomas and Hermina Helen Braun-Stock.
  He is survived by his sister, Helen Louis Bingham of Virginia; two brothers, Junior Stock and Edwin Stock, both of Beardstown; numerous nieces and nephews; and three special friends from the SAIL House No. 1, Charlotte Miller, Eileen Cullen and Joan McGill.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Ralph, Glen, and Henry.
  He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church of Bluff Springs.
  Graveside services were performed at the Beardstown City Cemetery by Rev. Elise Rothfusy of St. John’s Lutheran Church of Bluff Springs on Friday, Aug. 11.  Cline-Goodwin Funeral Home in Beardstown was in charge of the arrangements.
  The family has suggested that memorials be made to the St. John's Lutheran Church.
Obituary for Sarah Young Stockton
Sarah Young Stockton
  The above named died Sept. 8, 1899, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Emma Sandige, of Vermont, Ill., aged 91 years, 5 months and 27 days.
  Sarah Young was born in Brownville, Harrison county, Pa., March 12, 1808.  She moved to Ohio with her parents when a child, and in 1838 came to Vermont, Ill.  She was engaged to teach the first or second school ever taught in Vermont, and taught the school in a log school house, located at the northwest corner of what is now the park.  On Oct. 6, 1842, she was married to Daniel Stockton and lived on a farm in Eldorado township until the death of her husband, since which time she has made her home with her children.
  She was the mother of six children, five of whom are now living, E. H., of Industry, Lycurgus, of Chicago; M. A., of Ray.  She is also survived by three step-children, Mrs. Martha Chandler of New Salem township; Mrs. Julia A. Beck, of Montana, and William, of Kansas, One brother Morgan Young, of Schuyler county and three sisters, Elizabeth Dick and Margaret Carroll, of Minnesota and Hannah Craft, of Iowa, also survive her.  She was raised a Quaker, and belonged to the Friends’ church for many years.  She lived a quiet, peaceful life, and after a short illness, quietly passed away.
  The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ross, of the Christian church, Vermont, Sunday, and the remains were interred in the Chockley cemetery.
  Submitted by Betty Young Adair  <Blaquilt@macomb.com>, Great-Great Niece
Obituary for Leona Faye Agans Stolp
Rushville Times, Wednesday, January 3, 2001, page 13, column 4
Leona Faye Stolp
  Leona Faye Stolp, 72, of Avon, died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2000, in Avon.
  She was born Oct. 21, 1928, in Huntsville, the daughter of Lora and Ida May (Peterson) Agans.  She married Virgil R. Stolp on June 23, 1944.  He preceded her in death.
  She is survived by one daughter, Beverly Jean (Wayne) Hillman of Avon; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, Frances Agans of East Peoria and Carroll Agens of Ripley; one half brother, David Agans of Camden; and one half sister, Judy Parks of Rushville.
  She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, two brothers and one sister.
  She was born and raised in the Camden area.  She moved to Avon in 1959, where she has lived since.  She was a cook's helper at the LaMoine Christian Nursing Home in Roseville.  She also worked at the Luper and Sundberg Antenna Factory in Avon.  She attended Bushnell Assembly of God Church.
  Services were held at the Corman Memorial Home in Avon with Rev. Stephen Storms officiating.  Burial was in the West Cemetery in Camden.

Eagle Publications, January 4, 2001
Leona F. Stolp
  Leona F. Stolp, 72, of Avon, died at 12:25 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, 2000, at her daughter’s home in Avon.
  She was born Oct. 21, 1928, in Huntsville, the daughter of Lora and Ida May Peterson Agans.
  She married Virgil R. Stolp on June 23, 1944. He preceded her in death.
  Surviving are one daughter, Beverly Jean Hillman, Avon; two brothers, Frances Agans, East Peoria and Carroll Agans, Ripley; one half-brother, David Agans, Camden; one half-sister, Judy Parks, Rushville.
  She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, two brothers and one sister.
  She was reared and educated in the Camden area and moved to Avon in 1959.
  She worked in the kitchen at the LaMoine Christian Nursing Home in Roseville. She had also been employed at the Luper and Sundberg Antenna Factory in Avon.
  She attended the Bushnell Assembly of God Church.
  Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Sunday in Corman Memorial Home, Avon, with the Rev. Stephen Storms officiating.
  Burial was in West Cemetery, Camden.
Obituary for F. M. Stout
Rushville Times, December 26, 1907
    F. M. Stout, of Ripley died at his home near that place Friday morning, Dec. 20th, aged eighty-four years. He has been for some years in failing health. Deceased was among the oldest and best known residents of Brown county, having made his home there since 1844, when he came to Illinois from Kentucky, his birthplace. He conducted a pottery business in Ripley for more than thirty years and was also engaged in business some years as a merchant. He was a man who enjoyed the respect and esteem of all his neighbors and friends.
Obituary for Lelia M. Bates Strong
Rushville Times, Sept. 24, 1986
Lelia M. Strong Of Frederick Dies
  Lelia M. Strong, 81 of rural Frederick, passed away Monday, Sept. 22, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital.
  Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with the Rev. James Beaty officiating. Burial will be in Messerer Cemetery, near Pleasant View. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
  Mrs. Strong was born Dec. 28, 1904, in Browning, IL, the daughter of Charles L. {Lee} and Pearl Haffner Bates. She married Frank Strong on Oct. 26, 1947, in Rushville. He survives along with one son, Stanley Strong of Salem, Ind.; one daughter Genevieve Chilton of Beardstown; one brother, Charles Bates Jr. of Roseville; and three sisters, Ada Willard and Bula Spilers of Browning and Delores Leezer of Monmouth; seven grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren.
  She was preceded in death by one brother and one sister.
  Note: Dead brother is True Haffner Bates married to Norma White; dead sister is Catherine "Lucille", wife of George Verne Edwards I.
Obituary for Fern Iva Danner Sullivan
Rushville Times, July 4, 2001, page 13, column 2
Fern Sullivan
  Fern I. Sullivan, 91, of Pekin, died Saturday, June 30, 2001, at Hallmark House in Pekin.
  She was born June 3, 1910, in Astoria, the daughter of Irvin C. and Minnie C. (Bair) Danner.
  She married Roy E. Sullivan on June 23, 1928, in Astoria.  He died March 22, 1990.
  She also was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Ronald.
  Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. William (Norma) Hammond and Mrs. Charles (Sharon) Evans of Pekin; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
She was a member of Astoria Church of the Brethren and was a homemaker.
  Services were Tuesday, July 3, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Pastor Gary Schultz officiating.  Burial was in Woodland Cemetery in Astoria.
Obituary for Clara M. Koop Surratt
Rushville Times, December 22, 1999, page 11A, column 2
  Clara Surratt, 71, of 421 S. Congress St., Rushville, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 1999, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield. Arrangements will be announced later by the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville.

Rushville Times, December 29, 1999, page 11, column 5
  Clara M. Surratt, 71, of Rushville, died Tuesday, Dec. 21, 1999, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield.
  She was born May 22, 1928, in Ackley, Iowa, to the late Jake and Nellie Schroeder Koop.
  She married Wendell E. Surratt Jan. 23, 1953, in Ackley, Iowa.
  He survives, along with one son, Allen “Wayne” Surratt and wife Wanda of Jacksonville; one daughter, Brenda Arlene Behrends of Virginia; seven granchildren; four great grandchildren; one brother, Jake Koop Jr., and one sister Anna Fleckes, both of Ackley, Iowa.
  She was preceded in death by one brother, one sister, and her parents.
  Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 24, 1999, at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Robert Kirkham officiating. Burial was in the Rushville City Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
Obituary for Grace J. Ashwood Sutherland
died: July 12, 1985
Rushville Times, July 17, 1985
Grace Sutherland Of Rushville Dies
  Grace A. Stuherland, 91, of Rushville, died last Friday at the Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
  Services were held Tuesday at her church.  The Rev. Paul Sellers officiated. Entombment was in the Resthaven Mausoleum, Rushville.  Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville was in charge of arrangements.  Memorials may be made to the Culbertson Memorial Hospital.
  Born May 21, 1894, in Rushville, to Edwin and Leticia Langner Ashwood, she married Glenn Sutherland Oct. 24, 1917, in Rushville.  He died Feb. 21, 1967, in Rushville.
  Surviving are two sons, Edwin Keith of Corning, N. Y., and Ralph D. "Corky" Sutherland of Peoria; and five grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by two brothers.
  She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Rushville.  She served as supervisor of the Sunday School primary department and taught Sunday School 28 years.
  Note: Her parents were Joseph "Edwin" Edwin Ashwood and Letitia "Letty" Langner.
Obituary for Ruthanne Sutherland
Rushville Times, April 19, 2000, page 15, column 4
Ruthanne Sutherland
  Ruthanne Sutherland, 79, of Scottsdale, Ariz., died April 11, 2000.
  Born in Chicago, she moved to Arizona 42 years ago from Rushville with her husband, Dr. L. C. Sutherland and family.
  She was a retired registered nurse and real estate broker.  Mrs. Sutherland spent most of her life serving God and the less fortunate. She enjoyed music, dancing, gardening and birds.
  She is survived by her daughter, Lynn Anne Sutherland; son, James Clay Sutherland; sister, Mary Keffer; and three grandchildren.
  She was preceded in death by her grandson, Joshua Sutherland.
  Funeral services were held Saturday, April 15 at the Messinger Indian School Mortuary, Scottsdale, Ariz. Interment was in Camelback Cemetery, Paradise Valley, Ariz.
  Memorials may be made to Neighborhood Clinic, Inc., 7000 N. 16th St., Mailbox #120-310, Phoenix, AZ 85020.
Obituary for Robert "Bobby" Charles Swan
Rushville Times, December 13, 2000, page 15, column 2
  Robert "Bobby" Charles Swan, 59, of Beardstown, died Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2000, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital's emergency room in Rushville.
  He was born Aug. 3, 1941, in Beardstown, to Robert Lee and Dorothy Marie Fritz-Swan. He married Sharon Kay Graham in Virginia, on June 15, 1967.
  He is survived by his wife, two sons, Herschel (wife Heidi) Swan of Virginia and Quentin (wife Jene) Swan of Beardstown; three daughters, Angie (husband Ron) Rohlfing, Bobbie (husband Randy) Jarrett and Glenna (husband Walter) Lyles, all of Beardstown; a sister Peggy (husband Harvey) Pate of Beardstown; and nine grandchildren.
  He was preceded in death by both parents, and two sisters, Glenna Merfen and Sally Swan.
  He was a commercial fisherman. He enjoyed duck hunting and the outdoors.
  Funeral services were Friday, Dec. 8, at the Cline-Goodwin Funeral Home of Beardstown with Rev. Floyd Terry of the First Southern Baptist Church officiating. Burial was in the Beardstown City Cemetery following the service.
  Memorials may be made to the family of Bobby Swan.
Obituary for Lillian Lucille Smithson Swanger
Rushville Times, January 5, 2000, page 13, column 3
  Lillian Lucille Swanger, 83, of Macomb, formerly of Brooklyn, died Sunday, Jan. 2, 2000, at the Wesley Village Healthcare Center in Macomb.
  She was born Sept. 4, 1916, in Waxahachie, Texas, to the late Luther and Tawnie Belle Wortham Smithson.
  She married Sherman P. Swanger Dec. 16, 1939, in Shelbyville, Mo.
  He survives, along with one daughter, Louise Barrett of Macomb; one son, Jerry Swanger (wife Marilyn) of Brooklyn; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Jean Kittenson of Denver, Colo.; and a brother, Claude Smithson of Bettendorf, Iowa.
  She was preceded in death by two great-grandsons, four brothers and three sisters.
  She was a life-long homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ in Macomb.
  Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2000, at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville. with Jack Beard officiating. Burial will be in the Blackburn Cemetery near Brooklyn. Memorials may be given te the Alzheimer’s Unit of Wesley Village in Macomb.
Obituary for Ivan Cadwell Swearingen
died: July 31, 1954
Rushville Times, August 5, 1954
Rites Held Tuesday For Ivan C. Swearingen, 50
  Ivan C. Swearingen, 50, vice president and cashier of the State Bank of Industry, died at 12:50 am. Sunday at St. Francis hospital in Macomb. Death was attributed to a heart attack.  He had been in in the hospital since April 26.
  Funeral services were held at 2:00 Tuesday afternoon at the Industry Methodist Church, the Rev. Fred Normal officiating . Burial was in Industry cemetery.
  He was a lifelong resident of Industry and was born Dec. 15,1903, in Industry township, a son of Charles and Effie Cadwell Swearingen. For 31 years he had been employed at the Industry State Bank.
  He was married Nov. 22, 1924, to Leona Young, who survives with a son Max Swearingen of Industry; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Louise Aten, of Lexington, Ky., three grandchildren,: four brothers and a sister, Keith Swearingen of Industry, Sterling Swearingen of Rushville, Harry Swearingen of St. Louis, Mo., Tom Swearingen of Bloomington, and Mrs. Bertha Lehman of Washington, D.C.
Obituary for Leona C. Ashwood Swearingen
Rushville Times, September 04, 1996
Leona Swearingen
  Leona C. Swearingen, 91 of Macomb, formerly of Industry, died Sunday, Sept. 01, 1996, at the Elms Nursing Home in Macomb.
  She was born on Nov. 10, 1904, in Ray, to Joseph and Minnie May Ashwood Young. She married Ivan C. Swearingen on Nov. 22, 1954. He died Aug. 01,1954.
  She is survived by a son, Max Swearingen of Industry; one daughter, Mary Louise Aten of Lexington, Ky.; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
  Grave side services will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the Industry cemetery with Rev. Jill Johnson-Scott officiating. There will be no visitation. Clugston - Tibbitts Funeral Home in Macomb is in charge of the arrangements.
Death Notice for Cleon Fleece Sweeney
Rushville Times, August 23, 1906
Death of Cleon Sweeney
  A  telegram was received in Rushville yesterday by John L. Sweeney, announcing the death of his nephew, Cleon Sweeney, who died at San Diego, Cal., on Tuesday.  Mr. Sweeney had been an invalid for years and was afflicted with locomotor ataxia. On July 4 he fell and broke his thigh and the resulting complications caused his death.
  Cleon Sweeney was a son of the late Joshua Sweeney and was fifty-two years of age. He left Rushville when a young man and engaged in the newspaper business and was for many years on the Scripps paper at Cinncinnati, Ohio. When he was no longer able to attend to regular work on the paper he removed to California and made his home with Edward Scripps at San Diego. It is expected the remains will be brought to Rushville for interment.
Obituary for Henry Cornelius Swisher
H. C. Swisher
  Henry Cornelius Swisher was born in Staunton, Augusta county, Va., September 16, 1843, and departed this life at his home at Lydon, Kansas, De {December} ?/, 1901, aged 58 years, 2 months ?? days.  In 1856 he was brought by ??? {his parents?} to Astoria, Futon county, ?? {Ill.} ??? ?gre {grew} to manhood.  On ????2, he enlisted in Com- {Company} ??? Illinois Infantry and serv- {served} ?? ??mpany {company} during the war of ??, being mustered out June ????.  October 15th, 1867, he was ???age {marriage} with Miss Minnie ???? children have come ?? ??en this homes, and ???en this home, and ??? life to mourn a ??? ?ister comfort and ??? mother.  In 1887 ??? ??th his family to ??? a farm south of ??? …
  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 Samuel Junius Swisher
  Samuel Junius Swisher was born near Astoria, Ill., Jan. 7, 1858, and moved with his parents to near Bushnell in 1870 and has lived in this vicinity ever since, excepting one year in western Kansas.  He was married December 25, 1888, to Catherine Black, daughter of James Black, living near Bushnell.  Three children were born to this union, Herma, Clifford and Lesie, who are now aged 10, 8, and 3 years respectively, w??? the wife is the immediate fam?? {family} ??.  Deceased leaves four bro??? {brothers}, ??? sisters living, one ????, of Lydon, ………
  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 Catherine (Mary R. C.) Ewing Switzer
  Catherine (Ewing) Switzer was born in Augusta Co., Va., and died at her home in Astoria, Ill., Dec. 24, 1893, aged 41 years, 6 months, and 16 days.  She was married to David Switzer, Jan. 12, 1871, to whom she was a real helpmate and kind companion for almost twenty-three years.  She was converted and joined the United Brethren Church at Moats Chapel, on Astoria Circuit, when young.  Afterward her membership was transferred to our church in Astoria, where she remained until the Lord of the church said,  "Come up hither."  A large congregation of sympathizing friends assembled at the Church to attend the funeral services, which were conducted by the writer (her pastor).  A kind, industrious husband, a father, brothers, and sisters are left but they mourn with the Christian’s hope.
  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: Cemetery book states name as "Mary R. C."  She was born June 08, 1852.
Matilda Switzer
Handwritten note in scrapbook
  Matilda Switzer was born September 15 - 1827  Died in 1912.
  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 Professor Ammon Swope I
  The following is the obituary published in the Lafayette Journal and Courier, 11 February 1963:
Professor Ammon Swope, Sr., 76, Professor Emeritus of Industrial Education at Purdue University died at 10:15 a.m. while teaching a Sunday School class at Trinity Methodist Church.  He had been a teacher of the class for 33 years.
  A native of Dayton, Ohio, he joined the staff at Purdue in 1922, and retired in 1957.  The family residence is at 906 Northwestern Ave., West Lafayette.
  His main work at Purdue was in the field of industrial education as a teacher trainer and he spent much of his time in Lake County and surrounding counties of Indiana's Calumet region, strengthening vocational training there as well as all over the state.  In 1944/45, he was president of the Indiana Industrial Education Association and was active in many educational groups.
  He was the author of many publications and manuals on teaching of industrial subjects.  Following his retirement, he became consultatnt for the Delmar Publishing Company of Albany, N. Y.
Professor Swope graduated from high school at Dayton, from Mt. Morris College in 1912 and obtained a  Master's Degree from the University of Chicago in 1941.  After teaching a year at Mt. Morris, he then taught two years at Montana State University and seven years at McPherson College at McPherson, Kansas before coming to Purdue in 1922.
  He was a member of Trinity Methodist Church and chairman of its board of trustees; was past president of the West Lafayette school board; a member of the West Lafayette Masonic Lodge; and the following fraternities: Sigma Xi, Psi Phi, Phi Delta Kappa, and Iota Lambda Sigma, being the national president of the latter in 1954-5.
  In 1916, he was married to Martha Oliver at Hazelton, Idaho.  She survives with a son Ammon Swope Jr., Romney, a member of the biochemistry department at Purdue; and a daughter, Mrs. M. Hunter Smith, of San Leandro, California, who with her husband, Dr. Smith is a medical missionary to Nigeria, Africa, now home on leave.
Death of Frances E. Brown Swope
Argus, Astoria, Fulton County, Illinois, Thursday December 24, 1891
Sad Death of a Former Citizen
  The following letter from Edward Swope, of Stella, Nebraska, to his mother in this city, gives an account of the death of his wife, who was a sister of Abram Brown, of this township.  Mr. and Mrs. Swope, at one time lived here, but went to Nebraska about fourteen years ago.  Mr. Swope and children have the sympathy of a large circle of relatives and friends in South Fulton in their sad bereavement.

Stella, Nebraska, December 18, 1891
  Dear Mother; With a sad heart I send you sad news.  My dear Frances is dead.  Yea, last Sunday at 11:30 a. m., she was taken away from me.  On Tuesday following, at 3 o'clock she was laid to rest in Prairie Union Cemetery.  She was not feeling well for a few weeks, before she was taken down, had the grippe or a cold.  On Friday morning she got up, and went about her work, had breakfast nearly ready, when her right foot became partially paralyzed.  I then got her to lie down on the couch, and in less than one hour her right hand bacame paralyzed.  She lay still and talked till about 12:30 when she fell into a deep sleep or stupor, from which she could not be aroused.  She remained so for 47 hours when she breathed her last.
Obituary of Jacob Swope
died April 8, 1887
Astoria Argus Searchlight, Wednesday, April 13, 1887
Died
  Jacob Swope died at his home in Astoria last Friday morning, at the advanced age of 76 years.  He has long resided in this section, and all of his acquaintances remember him as an industrious faithful Christian.  He leaves an aged wife ....... four to mourn his death.  There are also six sons and four daughters of this couple scattered in different states.
  Mr. Swope has long been a member of the Presbyterian church, and his funeral was held at the church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Robt. Carson officiating.  The church was filled with relatives and friends of the deceased.
  Note: Jacob's aged wife was Elizabeth Musser Swope.  They were married January 19, 1833 in Adams County, Pennsylvania.  He and his father, Jonathan are buried at Woodland Cemetery, Woodland Township, Fulton County, Illinois.

Astoria Argus Searchlight, May 4, 1887
Estate of Jacob Swope, Deceased
Public Notice
   Is Hereby Given, That on the 22nd day of June, A. D. 1887, I shall attend before the County Court of Fulton County, State of Illinois, sitting for Probate business at the Court House, In Lewistown, County and State aforesaid, for the purpose of settling and adjusting all claims against the Estate of Jacob Swope, late of said County, deceased, when and where all Claimants against said Estate are requested to present their demands for settlement and adjustment.
  All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment to the undersigned without delay.
  Elizabeth Swope, Admx.
  Dated this 4th day of May A. D. 1887
Obituary for Juliett Morrison Montgomery Sylvester
Rushville Times, February 21, 1889
  Died, at her home in Rushville, Tuesday morning, Feb. 19th, 1889, Mrs. Juliett Sylvester, wife of Amos Sylvester, in her 80th year.
  Miss Juliett Morrison was born in Adair county, Kentucky, August 10th, 1809; was married to Clayton Montgomery Dec. 13, 1827, and in 1833, with her husband and his father, mother, three brothers, and one sister, emigrated to Illinois and settled in Schuyler county, where she resided up to the death of her husband, which occurred Jan. 13, 1848, leaving her with a family of six children, the oldest being about 17 years old. Four of them are still living - three daughters and one son. Being sorely grieved by the death of her husband she decided to return to her old home in Kentucky, and in a covered wagon with her children made the toilsome journey the next fall after her husband's death, returning the following spring. July 17th 1851, she was united in marriage to Amos Sylvester, and to them was born one child, which lived but a short time.
  Three years ago last October Mrs. Sylvester was stricken with paralysis, the whole right side being paralyzed, since which time she has been confined to her bed and a great sufferer. About four weeks ago she was taken sick with vomiting and pains in her stomach, and finally grew so bad that she could neither retain medicine or food, and gradually grew weaker until death came to her relief, after two weeks of the most intense suffering. She joined the M. E. Church when in her 19th year and remained a consistent member till death. Funeral services were held this morning at 10 o'clock at the family residence, conducted by the Rev. O. T. Rogers, of the M. E. Church, South.
Obituary for Desiree Nichole Taber
Rushville Times, Jan. 5, 2000, page 13, column 2
Desiree Taber
  Desiree Taber, 17, of Sevierville, Tenn., formerly of Rushville and Plymouth, died Monday afternoon, Jan. 3, 2000, at Fort Sanders Sevier Medical Center in Sevierville, Tenn., as a result of injuries sustained in an ATV accident.
  Arrangements will be announced later by the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville.

Rushville Times, Jan. 12, 2000, page 11, column 2
Desiree Taber
  Desiree Nichole Taber, 17, of Sevierville, Tenn., formerly of Plymouth, Ill., died Monday, Jan. 3, 2000, at the Ft. Danders Sevier Medical Center in Sevierville.
  She was born Dec. 24, 1982, at the Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville to David and Donita Elliott Taber.
  Surviving are her parents of Sevierville; grandparents, Amos and Gladys Taber of Rushville and Lola Elliott of Plymouth; great-grandmother, Nina Sipes of Rushville; one sister, Danica Taber at home; one step-sister, Laura Riutzel of Dandridge, Tenn.; two brothers, Damion Taber of Plymouth and Danny Huston of Lewistown; and two nephews.
  She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Kennith Elliott.
  She attended Southeastern High School in Augusta before moving to Tennessee and worked at Dixie Stampede in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
  Funeral services were held Friday at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Donna Crawford officiating.  Burial was in the Stoneking Cemetery in rural Bethel Township in McDonough County.
  Memorials may be given to her family.
Obituary for Lydia F. Mehmken Taeger
Rushville Times, July 12, 2000, page 13, column 3
Lydia Taeger
  Lydia F. Taeger, 88, of Rushville, formerly of Burlington, Iowa, died Saturday, July 8, 2000, at Snyder’s Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville.
  Born Dec. 7, 1911, in Roscoe, Iowa, to John and Martha Schulze Mehmken, she married Edwin F. Taeger on Aug. 18, 1934, in Des Moines County, Iowa.  He died Sept. 12, 1986.
  One grandson and one great-granddaughter also preceded her in death.  Surviving are one son, James of St. Joseph; two daughters, Martha VanBaale of Rushville and Sandra of Arena, Wisc.; 10 grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren.
  She worked at Burlington School Cafeteria in Burlington for 21 years.
  She was an active member of the Senior Citizens Quilting Group.
  She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Burlington and its Women's Circle.
  Services were Tuesday at her church.  The Revs. Duane Miller and Jack Reents officiated.  Burial was in Salem Lutheran Cemetery in rural Burlington.
  Wood-Roby Funeral Chapel of Rushville is in charge of local arrangements.
  Memorials may be made to her church or Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home of Rushville.
Obituary for Lydia Eliza Luthy Taylor
Rushville Times, 1912
    Lydia Eliza Luthy was born in Rushville, Ill., May 26, 1868. She departed this life at Bartlesville, Oklahoma, Feb. 16, 1912, aged 43 years, 8 months and 18 days. When a babe she moved with her parents to Woodstock township where she grew to womanhood and was married to Tice Taylor, who, with her father and one sister, preceded her to the world beyond. She leaves to mourn her departure five children, Gladys, Delzon, Orlan, Maurice and Hanz. Also an aged mother and four sisters. At her request she was brought back to the old home and laid to rest beside her father in the Herche cemetery.
    Funeral services were held Tuesday at the home of Maurice Luthy, a brother, near Ripley, conducted by Rev. H. L. Maltman, of this city.
Obituary for Francis "Frank" M. Teel
Rushville Times, 19 March 1896
    Francis M. Teel died Friday at 2:30 p.m., at his home in the west part of town. He was a veteran of the late war and a pensioner. He was 51 years of age, and leaves a wife and several children. The funeral was held at 10 a.m. at the Christian church, conducted by Rev. Guy Shields. Interment in Good Hope cemetery north of town.
  Note: Frank, born 1847 Muskingham County, Ohio, died March 13, 1896 Rushville, was married to Amanda M. Martin October 7, 1876 in Schuyler County, Illinois.  They had 9 children.
Adam Termin death
Rushville Times, February 19, 1914 - Ray News
    Mrs. Elizabeth Billingsley has received word that her brother Adam Termin died last Friday (13 Feb.1914) at his home in Lincoln, Neb.
Obituary for Maggie Nelly Bridgewater Terry
Rushville Times, June 28, 1956
Mrs. Maggie Nelly Terry, 77 Dies Thursday; Rites Conducted Here Sunday
  Funeral services for Mrs. Maggie Nelly Terry, 77, who died Thursday night, July 19, at the Jones Nursing home in this city, where she had resided the past eight months, were held Sunday, July 22, at 3 p.m. at the Voorhees Memorial home. The Rev. Wayne Sill officiated and burial was in the Rushville cemetery.
  Maggie Nelly Bridgewater was born March 29, 1876, on a farm in Bainbridge township, the daughter of William and Mary Davis Bridgewater. At the time of her passing she was 77 years, three months and 21 days of age.
  On January 5, 1898, she was united in marriage to John T. Terry, who preceded her in death November 23, 1952. Three sons came to bless this union, Charles of Littleton, Roy of near Quincy and Gale of Brooklyn.
  In addition to her sons, she leaves to mourn her death the half-brother Everett Bridgewater of Galesburg; five grandchildren Earl of East Moline, Harlin, of near Littleton, Merle, of Brooklyn, Mrs. Carolee Gorsuch, of Littleton and Judith Ann Terry, of Quincy; eight great grandchildren and a host of friends.
  Mrs. Terry was of a family of three children, Charles and Charlene dying in infancy. Her mother died when she was four years of age and she was reared by her grandmother Davis and an aunt, Mrs. George Newell. She was converted at an early age and joined the Union Baptist church remaining faithful until death.
Obituary for Opal Bader Terry
  Opal Bader Terry was born Oct. 25, 1891 on a farm near Bader to Henry Oscar and Lusetta Saucer Bader and passed away Aug. 30, 1949 in San Diego, California.  She united with the Christian church at the age of 15 years.  In August of 1914 she married James P. Terry of Riverhead, NY.  To this union one son was born, Nelson G. Terry.
  She received her early education in the local schools, attending high school on Beardstown.  She received her B. A. degree at Illinois State University at Normal, and began teaching at the age of 17 in the vicinity of her home.  Later she went to the state of Washington where she attended the state university at Ellensburg.  She also taught in the state several terms.  After her graduation from Illinois Normal, she accepted a position as mathematics teach in the departmental schools at Kankakee, remaining there 17 years, when failing health caused her to relinquish her profession,  After a retirement of three years, she again endeavored to enter her chosen profession and taught one year at the Stevenson school in Fulton county.  She then was selected as science teacher in the Browning school system, but again on account of failing health she was unable to finish the school year.
  At the time of her death she was survived by her son, 6 sisters and 2 brothers - Mrs. Grace Fagan, Mrs. Inez Stambaugh, Garnet Bader, Mrs. Blanche Dowling, Mrs. Cora Clayton, Miss Ruby Bader, Howard Bader and Clarence; also two grandchildren - Gay and Robert Terry.
Obituary for Thelma I. Peck Thomas
Rushville Times, March 7, 2001, page 7, column 2
Thelma Thomas
  Our sympathy goes to the family of Thelma Thomas who passed away Saturday night.  She and her husband, Keith, and family lived on a rural Camden farm for many years.  She was a school teacher in the Brown County schools until she retired.  She had been in failing health for several years.  Services were held Tuesday at LaHarpe.

Rushville Times, March 14, 2001, page 13, column 3
Thelma Thomas
  Thelma I. Thomas, 78, of Plymouth, died Saturday, March 3, 2001, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington, Iowa.
  She was born Jan. 17, 1923, near Ferris, the daughter of Ray and Alta (Powelson) Peck.  She married Keith Thomas on May 5, 1946, in Dallas City.  He survives.
  She grew up near Colusa, graduating from the Colusa High School.  She was a graduate of Western Illinois University.  Earlier in life, she worked at the Lomax canning factory, and Shelor Globe in Keokuk, Iowa.  She was active in 4-H.  She spent most of her life teaching, first at country schools near LaHarpe, then at Timewell and North Grade schools in Brown County.  Most recently, she substituted in Schuyler County schools.  She completed her bachelors degree at Western Illinois University in 1978.
  Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons, Dale (Rachel) Thomas of Lomax, Alan “Buzz” (Julie) Thomas of Littleton, and Dean (Cheryl) Thomas of Plymouth; three daughters, Judy (Myron) Wiseman of Burlington, Iowa, Lois Browning and her friend, Gary Whitten, of Burlington, Iowa, and Rita (Eldon) Ackers of Littleton; two sisters, Rayma Peck of Springfield, and Donna Traser of LaHarpe; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
  She was preceded in death by one brother, Ellis Peck, and one sister, Erma McConnell.
  Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 6 at Banks and Beals Funeral Home in LaHarpe, with Rev. Joe Tomich officiating.  Burial was in the LaHarpe Cemetery.
  A memorial has been established for the Littleton United Methodist Church and the Terre Haute United Methodist Church.
Obituary for Charles Thompson
unknown paper, January 26, 1974
  Charles Thompson, a former Rushville resident, died Monday morning at the Manatee hospital in Bradenton, Fla., and funeral arrangements are being made in Florida.
  He was born on April 17, 1902, son of Edward and Ethelene Kelly Thompson.  He was married to Eleanore Work, daughter of John and Mary Neal Work in 1928.  She survives, along with one daughter, Mrs. Nancy Amberg of Springfield, and three grandchildren, Charles Clauter of Bradenton, Fla., and Abby and Lucy Clauter of Springfield.  Also surviving are four brothers - Samuel of Bay City, Mich., Albert of Clatskanie, Oregon and Leslie and George M. of Rushville, and one sister Mary Roudebush of Abington.
  Mr. Thompson was a printer most of his life, starting that trade in 1920 in Rushville, when he worked for the late Harry McLaren.  He worked on several newspapers in Illinois and went to Illinois State Journalism School.
  Note: Date of March 24th also given
Obituary for Eliza Ann Noel Graham Thompson
Payson Times, Adams Co., Illinois
  Mrs. Eliza Ann Noel was born in Wrightsville, Pa. Oct. 12, 1816 and died at her home in Payson Ill, Jan 14, 1898 age 81 years , 3 months and 2 days,  she came to Illinois in 1834, married Wm. H. Graham Sept. 14, 1837 and lived in Birmingham Ill. until 1850 when she moved to Payson, Adams county. Mr. Graham departed this life in 1846 in Birmingham. By her first marriage she had four children, one dying in infancy and three reaching manhood, two are still living H. C. Graham of Hannibal Mo., and W. H. Graham of Middletown, Mo.
  On Jan. 31, 1853, she was married to Wm. Thompson, and was again left a widow Aug, 24, 1880. By this union were born four children, two dying in infancy and two daughters still living, Mrs. Dora Tipple and Miss Esther Thompson. She was converted in early womanhood and united with the M. E. church, remaining a faithful and consistent Christian throughout life. She was a noble, unselfish and loveable woman, at all times forgetting herself for others, and to know her was to dearly love her, to those to whom she was so dear, a loss has come that shall ever be felt and she will be held in fond and sweet remembrance.
  Her funeral services were conducted Sunday at Fall Creek M. E. church by Rev. C.R. Morrison. A very large number of relatives and sympathizing friends attending the services.  Her remains were laid to rest in the church cemetery, where other loved ones of the family sleep the peaceful sleep.
  She is not dead, she's only sleeping, that sweet sleep of peace and rest, and while we sorrow and are weeping, she is happy with God's blest. To the friends The Times extends the heartfelt sympathy of the community, in their sad hour.
Obituary for George William Thompson
Rushville Times, November 29, 1973
Rites Held Here Tuesday For George Thompson
  George William Thompson, 85, died at 1:40 p.m. Saturday at Culbertson hospital.
  Funeral services were held on Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Worthington Funeral Home.  The Rev. Lawrence Childers officiated, and burial was in Good Hope cemetery.
  He was born Feb. 9, 1888, in Schuyler county, the son of Joseph and Nancy Skiles Thompson.
  Surviving are two sons, Forrest of Rushville and Cecil of Beardstown; one daughter, Miss Maxine Thompson of California; two brothers, Frank of Astoria and John of Tennessee; nine grandchildren; six great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Bessie, and one daughter, Gladys.
Obituary for Herbert "Tommy" Ora Thompson
Rushville Times, Oct. 20, 1999, page 15, column 2
"Tommy" Thompson
  Herbert Ora "Tommy" Thompson, 75, of Ferris, died Monday, Oct. 18, 1999, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage.
  He was born June 13, 1924, in Rushville, the son of Otto and Cora L. Moore Thompson.  He married Hilda Greenplate on Jan. 20, 1945, in Rushville.  She survives.
  He had lived in Ferris since moving there from Carthage in 1951.  He served in the United States Navy during World War II.  He was an ASC certified mechanic and was self-employed and later was a mechanic for W.I.E.C.  He attended Ferris Christian Church and was a member of the V.F.W. and American Legion in Carthage.  He enjoyed camping, fishing, reading and card games.
  He is also survived by one son, Michael Thompson (wife Donna) of Springfield, Ohio; a niece whom he thought of as a daughter, Mrs. Tom (Jennie) Snodgrass of Ferris; one sister, Dorothy Lawler of Galveston, Texas; Norma Brockley of Vermont, whom he thought of as a sister; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
  He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, one brother, and a son, Robert Thompson.
  Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at DeJong-Neiser Funeral Home in Carthage with Rev. David McKay officiating.  Burial with military rites will be in Moss Ridge Cemetery.
  Memorials may be made to Ferris Christian Church or the charity of the donor's choice.
Obituary for Hiram P. Thompson
Rushville Times, April 25, 2001, page 15, column 1
Hiram Thompson
  Hiram P. Thompson, 94, of Astoria, died Tuesday, April 17, 2001, at Havana Healthcare.
  He was born Sept. 3, 1906, in Woodland Township in Fulton County, the son of William and Ilma (Mayall) Thompson.
  He married Clela Mae Groff on June 3, 1925.  She died Sept. 14, 1951.
  He then married Carrie Mae Detrick on Aug. 1, 1958, in Astoria.  She died Nov. 9, 1993.
  He also was preceded in death by one son, Franklin Benjamin; one brother, William Elzie Thompson, two grandsons and two step-grandsons.
  He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Arti (Bonnie) Shaw of Davenport, Iowa; one son, Wendell Thompson of Havana; one step-son, Robert (wife, Marilyn) Detrick of Easton; one step-daughter, Mrs. Don (Virginia) Crase of Manito; three sisters, Ila Bricker of Lewistown, Florence Miller of Pekin and Mrs. Willis (Marjorie) Beekman of Ipava; seven grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; four step-grandchildren, seven step-great-grandchildren.
  He was a member of the Fulton County Farm Bureau and REA.
  He had been a farmer, served as Woodland Township Supervisor for 12 years and was on the Summum Cemetery Board for more than 50 years and had worked on the WPA.
  Funeral services for Mr. Thompson were held Friday, April 20, 2001, at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria with Collis Trone officiating.  Burial was in Summum Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to the Summum Cemetery.
Obituary for James Decatur Thompson
died: July 31, 1897
Rushville Times, August 5, 1897
  An old and honored resident of Woodstock township, died at his home last Saturday at 10:30 a.m. For a year or more Mr. Thompson has been in failing health and for several months his death was expected at any time. His ailment was chronic stomach trouble. On Monday at 2:30 Rev. John Hughes of Table Grove, Ill., conducted the funeral service and the remains were interred in the Jonte cemetery which is located on Mr. Thompson's farm.
  Mr. Thompson was born in Crawford county, Pennsyslvania, March 30, 1823. He came to Illinois with his parents in 1837, and for a time resided in Brown County. On April 3, 1856, he was married to Miss Margaret Grosclaude. To this union were born six children, all of whom are living.  The daughters are Mesdames Charles {Lorena M.} Myers, R. {Mary E.}T. Briggle and Abner {Emily} Rowland. His three sons - William J., Jefferson E. and Charles W. - are all residents of Woodstock township.
Obituary for Jimmie L. Thompson
Rushville Times, Feb 2, 1992
  Jimmie L. Thompson, 54, of Rushville died at 8:55 a.m. Sunday, Feb 2, 1992, at his residence.
  Born May 1, 1937, in McDonough county to Forrest and Orthalene Bates Thompson, he married Mary Jeanette Rebman on July 16, 1960, in Jacksonville, Ill.  She survives.
  Also surviving are his mother, Orthalene Phelps of Marietta; his father and step-mother, Forrest and Joyce Thompson, one son, James Craig Thompson, two daughters, Mrs. Ramona Tolles and Rebecca Thompson, all of Rushville; seven granchildren; two brothers, Bill Thompson of Smithfiled and Rick Phelps of Ellisville; and three sisters, Mrs. Jane Billingsley of Jacksonville, Fla., Karen Fitzjarrald and Mrs. Lisa Roberts, both of Rushville.  He was preceded in death by his step father, Joseph Phelps.
  He worked at Bohn Heat Transfer in Beardstown for 17 years.
Obituary Joyce Pryor Thompson
Rushville Times, January 3, 2001, page 13, column 1
Joyce Thompson
  Joyce Thompson, 73, of Rushville, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2000, at Snyder's Vaughn-Haven Nursing Home in Rushville.
  She was born Nov. 26, 1927, in Canton, to the late Lester David and Gladys Mae Sellers Pryor.  She married Forrest "Hoatsie" Thompson in Carthage.  He died Dec. 30, 1992.
  Surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Jane Billingsley (husband Randy) of Jacksonville, Fla., Karen Fitzjarrald and Lisa Roberts (husband Bill), all of Rushville one son, William Thompson (wife Ginger) of Smithfield; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Betty Pryor of Chula Vista, Calif., Marylou Breeden of East Galesburg, Donna Severns of Beardstown, and Sandra Launer of Washington; and one brother, William Pryor of Ventura, Calif.
She was preceded in death by one son, Jimmie, and three brothers.
  She was a member of the Rushville Church of Christ (Christian).  She worked at Ping's Pantry, the American Legion and The Virginia, Scripps Park, all in Rushville for many years.
  Funeral services were Saturday, Dec. 30 at the Worthington Funeral Home in Rushville with Rev. Rick Colbert officiating.  Burial was in the Good Hope Cemetery northeast of Rushville.
  Memorials may be given to the charity of the donor's choice. 


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