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501	Alcium Warren Dulaney BIRTH 25 Jul 1897 Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA DEATH 20 Dec 1982 (aged 85) Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA BURIAL Elmwood Cemetery Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA PLOT 4th Ad N. Tree Row, Low 337, Grave #2 MEMORIAL ID 52645217 · View Source MEMORIAL PHOTOS 0 FLOWERS 1 Newspaper clipping from obituary files at Clay County Genealogical Society, Louisville, IL. Date noted as 12/21/82, newspaper is not identified. Warren Dulaney, 85, Flora, died Monday morning in the Flora Nursing Center, where he had been since Nov. 18. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the chapel of Hosselton, Bookhout, Engelmeier Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery. Mr. Dulaney was born in Flora on July 21, 1897, to Hannah (Martin) and E. J. Dulaney. He owned a coal and wood dealership and was retired from a Star Mail Route with the U.S. Post Office. On Jan.19, 1923 he married Lavena Dulaney, who preceded him in death on July 11, 1977. To the marriage were born four sons and one daughter, who survive. They are Dale of Xenia; Phil of Tremounton, Utah; Carl of Maryland Heights, Mo.; Joe of Flora; and Mrs. Bonnie Thatcher of Flora. Also surviving are one brother, Forest "Dude" Dulaney of rural Benton, 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents, wife and four brothers, Elroy, Ray, Charles and Martin, and two sisters, Edith and Lillie.	DULANEY, Alcium Warren (I53751)
502	Alcy Ann (Apperson) Ausbrook, the daughter of Richard Apperson and Margaret (Eakin/Aikin/Akin),came to Clay County, IL. in 1829 from Washington County, Virginia along with her parents and siblings. Alcy is the granddaughter of Dr. John Apperson and Alcy (Favor) Apperson. Alcy's father Richard is the brother of Randolph Walker Apperson. Randolph is the father of Phoebe Elizabeth (Apperson) Hearst the wife of Senator George Hearst (California) and the mother of William Randolph Hearst (the media magnate). Ailsey Ann (sic: Alcy, Alcey) Apperson: Born: 29 September 1816, Washington County, Virginia Died: 3 March 1888, Clay County, Illinois Married: Thomas Ausbrook (sic: Ausbrooks, Osbrook, Osbrooks), 13 February 1834, Clay County, Illinois Born: 13 April 1813, Warren County, Kentucky to Michael Osbrooks and Sarah Crickman Died: 27 January 1902, Clay City, Clay County, Illinois	Apperson, Alcie Ann (I26922)
503	Alda M. Bemont, 77, 209 S. Morgan, Olney, died Thursday Oct. 4 in Richland Memorial Hospital.	Lomas, Alda Myrtle (I35054)
504	Alene was a people person who enjoyed socializing with others. She had a big heart and would help anyone who needed a hand. She enjoyed attending church and getting together with friends at the Tin Cup. Alene was a hard working mother of five children who loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.	Miller, Alene (I37608)
505	Alex J. Kessler, 79, Rt. 1, Ingraham, diecl Friday at Newton Rest Haven. Services will be conducted Monday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Wendelin with Rev. Fr. Leo Rinehart officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation will be at Summers Funeral Home. There will be a prayer service. A Clay County native, Kessler was born Nov. 5, 1904, the son of George and Ida Schulte Kessler. He was united in marriage April 19, 1932, with Lorene Dasch, who survives. Mr. Kessler was a farmer and a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church. Other survivors include a son, Fred Kessler, Rt. 2, Noble; three daughters, Sue Dickerson, Newton, Maggie Elliott, Ingraham, and Claudia Tremaine, St. Charles; three sisters, Amelia Conour, Leona Huchel and Monica Long, all of Olney; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a brother and three sisters. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, Jan, 1984. Contributor: Barbara Bromm (47643809)	Kessler, Alex J. (I51327)
506	Alexander may not be a relative. He was listed as a "servant", age 8, living with the John W. McDowell family in the 1880 census report for Noble, Illinois.	Sheley, Alexander (I2155)
507	Alexander Robinson was born Dec.12, 1839, in Fermanaugh Co., Ireland. He came to America with his mother and sister In 1852, settling at Mt. Erie, III,, where his mother died. He died at Flora, III., June 25, 1919, age 79 years, 6 months, and 13 days. He was converted and joined the M. E. Church at Mt. Erie In his twentieth year; later Joining the United Brethren Church. He enlisted In the United States service July 9, 1861, and was honorably discharged on Aug. 18, 1864, at Chattanooga, Tenn. He was married to Sarah P. Bayler, Nov. 2,1805. To this union were born 7 children, two boys and 5 girls. One boy and three girls preceded him in death. Those living are: John W., of Kansas, Ill., Alice N., of Watseka, III., and Nancy Maria, of Elmore, Minn. His first wife, Sarah P., died Jan. 10, 1870. He was again married Sept. 21, 1876, to Miss Ruth Henderson. To this union were born 8 children, 4 boys and 4 girls: Fred, of Flora, Ill., James, of Rinard, III., Henry Harrison, of Beebe, Ark., and Low Ella, of Flora, III.; the other four, Mary Margaret, Julia Ann, Maud Winford and Ernest Lewis, having died. Mrs. Ruth Robinson, his second wife, died March 28, 1895. He was again married mi Oct. 24, 1897, to Mrs. Martha Farmer, who, with 7 children, 21 grand-children, and two great grandchildren, and many friends, are left to mourn, one grand-child having died, he will be missed In the home, the social circle, in the community, and the church. He was a prosperous farmer the most of his life. As age crawled upon him, he had to retire, spending the last years of his life In Flora, he was looked upon as a consistent christian, always filling his place In the church as long as he could go. For over a year he had been confined to his bed the most of the time, but during it all he was very patient, waiting the Master's call, his good wife standing by him day and night, answering every call. May the Good Master bless her and each of the children and make them a blessing. We look upon it that our loss Is his gain. And now, Uncle Alex, we bid you good-by, hoping to meet you again in the sweet by and by. "He saw a hand we do not see which beckoned him away; he heard a voice we do not hear, which would not let him stay " Funeral services were held from the United Brethren church Friday afternoon, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Pierson. Six World War soldiers acted as pall bearers, and the Interment was at Elmwood cemetery. (The Southern Illinois Record, July 3, 1919)	Robinson, Alexander (I32438)
508	Alexander's first wife was Mary (Carter) Husselton. Their children were: Theodore, Emma J, William J, Hannah Margaret, Charles F, Edward Carter, Lenora Mae, and Oliver Oron. Alexander's second wife was Sarah Ellen (Manlove) Husselton, and their children were John Walker and Harry B.	HUSSELTON, Alexander Jackson (I41722)
509	ALEXANDER, JOSEPH A SGT I 9 IL INF CLAY CITY Joseph was born in Clay City and died in East St. Louis. He was united in marriage to Miss Ida Denning March, 1892. Three children were born, Lorena and Mable being survivors at the time of his death. He lost his wife March 14, 1898. Dec. 6, 1900 he married Mrs. Glen Stafford.	Alexander, Joseph Edgar (I29118)
510	Alfred "Cactus" Lame Jr., 71, of Parkersburg, died at 12:45 p.m. Sunday Dec. 1, 1996 at his residence.	Lame, Alfred 'Cactus' Jr. (I3468)
511	Alfred F. Harmon, 76, Olney, died at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8, 1987, at his home.	Harmon, Alfred Fred (I2065)
512	Alfred Galen (always known as Galen) Warren married Ruby Lee on 25 Mar 1947 in a double ceremony with his brother Robert Calvin Warren and Doris Jean Xanders. Galen had 4 boys and served as a Baptist Minister in Southern Illinois. He came from a family of 9 children who survived to adulthood. 5 boys and 4 girls. Parents were William Curtis Warren and Anna Emelia Forfang. He was the first of his siblings to pass away.	Warren, Alfred Galen (I26808)
513	Alfred was a US Navy Veteran and served in the Pacific Theater in WW II. He was a member of the American Legion and the Knights of Columbus. Alfred was a farmer, an electrician and was retired from AMF as a maintenance foreman. He also enjoyed beekeeping. He was a lifelong member of Holy Cross parish.	Lybarger, Alfred Joseph (I36548)
514	Alice Gill, age 103, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Monday afternoon, March 15, 2021, at her home. She was born August 11, 1917, in Clay City, Illinois, the daughter of Edward and Josephine (Tetrick) Wilson. She was united in marriage to Harold Carter, and he preceded her in death 1945. She then married Robert Guy Staley and he preceded her in death in 1984. She later married Gaylord Gill and he preceded her in death 1997. Alice was a 1935 graduate of Clay City High School. After High School she went on to own and operate Alices Beauty Shop in Clay City for many years. Her children were the most important part of her life and she cherished time spent with them. After they were grown, she worked as a monitor technician at the hospital in Olney. She enjoyed working puzzles and crocheting and was known for her delicious pies. Alice was a member of the Rebekahs Lodge and had been a past Noble Grand. She was honored on the year she turned 100 to be the Grand Marshall in the Clay City Fall Festival Parade. Alice was also a member of the Clay City Christian Church. She is survived by her children: Lewis Carter of West Salem, Marjorie Smith of Braidwood, Robert Guy (Dee Ann) Staley of Clay City, and Steven (Tammy) Staley of Pontiac; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, 2 daughters: Shirley Garrett and Marilyn White; a son: Harold Carter; and siblings: Thelma Glover, Nora Hunley, Charles Wilson, and Richard Wilson. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery.	Wilson, Alice L. (I17330)
515	Alice had worked as an activity director at Burgin Manor and later she was the Aspire Program director and involved with the Golden Friendship Club. She had worked around senior citizens since she was young after her parents established Burgin MManor, she really loved helping and putting smiles on peoples faces. Alice entertained the residents with her music and singing. Alice took pleasure in her flowers and gardening. She enjoyed fishing with Bob on Borah Lake. In the evenings Bob and her would be found on the couch with their dog Sheba watching TV. Alice loved time with her family and she will be sorely missed by many.	Burgin, Alice Lee (I8726)
516	Alice Josephine "Jo" Hunley, 89, died Nov. 13, 2007 at Palm Garden of Vero Beach.	CARROLL, Alice Josephine 'Jo' (I24400)
517	Alice June Cannon of Olney, formerly of Flora, IL died at Richland Memorial Hospital. She was born in Mt. Erie, the daughter of Joseph and Florence Caldwell Mitchell. She married Billy E. Cannon December 27, 1945, in Clay City and he survives. Besides her husband, she is survived by four sons, Wesley, Richard, Dennis, and Steve; a daughter, Linda Ainley; a sister, Charlene Tackitt; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Mrs. Cannon was preceded in death by her parents and three sisters. Services were at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Burial was in Clay City Cemetery. (Published Olney Daily Mail)	Mitchell, Alice June (I1562)
518	Alice May died in a house fire as a young teenage girl sometime in the mid 1930's. she saved her little sister Margaret's life in the process.	Travis, Alice May (I49609)
519	Alice spent her life as a homemaker and loved spending time with her husband, her children and their families. Alice was a lifelong and active member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church. She belonged to the Sainte Marie Night Home Extension Unit and was a member of the Sainte Marie American Legion Auxiliary. Alice was also active throughout the years in the Jasper County Pork Producers. Alice was an accomplished quilter, enjoyed gardening and attending her children and grandchildren's activities. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband, watching the St. Louis Cardinals and playing cards with friends.	CUNNINGHAM, Alice Marie (I55303)
520	Alice V. 'Tommy' Coan, 78, of Olney, died at 6:20 a.m. Friday, April 21, 2000, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Services will be held at 1 p.m. today at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney with Pastor Ted Kemp officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Olney. Mrs. Coan was born August 16, 1921, in Lawrence County, the daughter of John Henry and Dorothy (Blake) York. She married John Coan on Sept. 21, 1957. He survives. Mrs. Coan was a homemaker and had worked in the kitchen at Olney Care Center. Coan is survived by her husband, John Coan of Olney; one son, Greg Coan and his friend Gina of Olney; three daughters, Donna Luke and her husband John, Becky Davis, JoAnn Coan and her friend Greg, all of Olney; one brother, Richard York and his wife Linda of Angora, Ind.; two sisters, Kate Creek and Alene Stoltz, both of Bridgeport; four grandchildren, Angela, Tabatha Lynn, David and Destini Rayn; and one great-grandchild, Noah. She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers, six sisters and one grandson, Micheal Scott Cantrell.	YORK, Alice Virginia 'Tommy' (I54614)
521	Allen Hedrick, 75, West Salem, died 3:20 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 1993, in the Meadowood Nursing Home in Grayville. Memorial services will be 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the Zion United Methodist Church in West Salem with Rev. Leroy Allison presiding. Visitation will follow the memorial services. The body will be cremated. Ingram Funeral Home in West Salem is in charge of arrangements. Memorials can be to the Zion United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer's Association. Mr. Hedrick was born Jan. 15, 1917, in West Salem, the son of Ross and Nellie (Markman) Hedrick. He married Doris Mast Feb. 23, 1947, in Mayview, and she survives. He was a farmer and worked at Champion Laboratories in West Salem for 20 years. He was a member of the Zion United Methodist Church in West Salem. He was a World War II veteran. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are four sons, James Hedrick, Bardstown, Ky., David Hedrick, Petersburg, Paul Hedrick, Ottawa, Jerry Hedrick, Mt. Carmel; a daughter, Jane Hedrick, West Salem; two brothers, Clyde Hedrick, West Salem, Melvin Hedrick, St. Louis, Mo.; a sister, Mary Scranton, West Salem; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents and a sister. Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Hedrick, Allen Harry (I38043)
522	Allen Hedrick, 75, West Salem, died 3:20 p.m. Friday, Jan. 8, 1993, in the Meadowood Nursing Home in Grayville.	Hedrick, Allen Harry (I38043)
523	Allen Landreth is the son of John Landreth and Rebecca Ward. He married Rachel Armstrong. At the time of the 1880 Census Allen and Rachel Landreth were living in Larkinsburg township, Clay county, Illinois. Besides his three children with Rachel, Mary, George and David Landreth, also living in his home were three step-daughters, Esther Lawrence, age 10; Della Spaulding, age 5; and Gracey C. Spaulding, age 3. All three were born in Illinois. Allen was a farmer. (Rachel's maiden name was Bolejack. )	Landreth, Allen (I55632)
524	Allen Ray Elliott, 68, of Olney, Illinois passed away December 19, 2013 at Burgin Manor. Allen was a life long resident of Richland County.	Elliott, Allen Ray (I36348)
525	Allen was born January 28, 1945 to Joe Elliott and Evelyn Riley. He and his wife Geneva were married November 26, 1982. Allen worked at Master Fence, Road Master, and Olney Senior Citizens Center. He loved hunting, fishing, hiking and family picnics.	Elliott, Allen Ray (I36348)
526	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Hasler, A.L. (I1133)
527	Allen, Esta M. - (Lt. 4, Blk. 57, Sec. 2) Funeral for Esta M. Allen was Friday at Hamilton County Long Term Care Home, the Rev. David Thompson officiating. Burial in Lakin Cemetery. Mrs. Allen died Tuesday, March 3, 1981, at the Hamilton County Hospital, Syracuse. Born Esta M. Mayhill, Aug 29, 1894, in Ingerham, IL., she married John Allen. He died in 1935. She was a retired nurse's aide. Survivors are a son, Albert, Sacremento, CA.; a daughter, Mrs. Kathleen Paulen, Detroit, MI.; seven grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. (Diggin' Up Bones by Betty Barnes)	Mayhill, Esta (I11259)
528	Allen, John Howell - (Lt.2, Blk. 64, Sec. 2) John Howell Allen, oldest son of John W. and Mary A. Allen, was born in Hamburg, IA., September 9, 1854; died at the Lakin hospital, April 29, 1935. He, with his brother Albert, came to Kearny County in 1882 and engaged in the cattle business at the Allen Brothers ranch near Kendall. In 1885 they bought 4500 head of cattle in Texas and brought them to their ranch. Mr. Allen united with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church and held his membership until death. He abstained from use of tobacco and liquor and was esteemed an honest and honorable man by his neighbors. The life of Mr. Allen has been linked with the pioneer interest of many of the highly respected citizens of Kearny County, and it is with genuine regret that we mark his passing from our community. He is survived by three children, John H. Jr., Albert L., and Kathleen, all living near Sailor Springs, IL., and one brother, Albert P. Allen of Kearny County. Funeral services were conducted from the Lakin Presbyterian Church, Tuesday afternoon, April 30th, in charge of Rev. Thos W. Henshaw, and interment made in Lakin Cemetery. (Diggin' Up Bones by Betty Barnes)	Allen, John Howell (I50613)
529	Allene died as the result of an automobile accident.	CONLEY, Allene Evans (I19360)
530	Allene Harrison Eckart of Flora died in St. Louis Firman Deslodge Hospital. She was born in Clay City, the daughter of E. B. "Tot" and Lola Edwards Harrison. She married Carl Eckart February 21, 1936 in Olney, IL. Survivors include her husband; a son Rick; two daughters, Patricia McDaniel and Jane Timm; four brothers Oran "Bub", George, Russell, & Robert Harrison; five sisters, Jewell Hastings, Erma Trinkle, Lucille Noblet, Wanda Franklin, & Alvena Brooks; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant brother and sister. Services were in Hosselton-Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home in Clay City. Burial was in Ingraham Cemetery. (Published Olney Daily Mail)	Harrison, Allene (I21876)
531	ALLERTON - Delilah (Rice) Bailey, 86, of Allerton, died (Jan. 14, 2003) at Manorcare Nursing Home in Urbana. She was born Oct. 24, 1916, in Richland County, the daughter of Mathew and Bertha Mae (Stallard) Rice. She married Gleason L. Bailey April 12, 1941, in Hoopeston. He died July 2, 1986. She is survived by two sons, Robert Bailey of Portland. Ore., and Gary Bailey of Allerton; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren and one sister, June Steckler of Mount Carmel. She was preceded by two brothers. Mrs. Bailey was a member of the Allerton Methodist Church, Alliance Chapter of DAR and the Allerton Historical Society and was a 50 year member of OES of Allerton. She worked as a registered nurse for over 50 years and was employed by the Veterans Administration Hospital in Danville for 23 years, retiring in 1984. Fineral services were held at Joines Funeral Home in Newman; Officiating: Rev. Carl Fox; Burial: Payne Cemetery in Brocton; Memorials: Allerton Methodist Church. The Independent News, Georgetown, Illinois, February 5, 2003.	RICE, Delilah (I50819)
532	Alonzo "Lon" Williams, the son of Nathan and Melissa (Eagle) Williams, was born in Clay County, Illinois, January 30, 1866. He passed away at 4:10 a.m., September 6, 1943 in the Olney sanitarium. Funeral services were held at the Sailor Springs Christian church and burial was at Smith Cemetery. He was married to Maggie Jane Clark, December 13, 1898. They had three children, Virgil Dale of Salem, IL, Maurice Clark of Olney, IL and Ella Rea of Clay City, IL. He was survived by his wife, Maggie, three children, three grandchildren, namely, Billy Weber West of Noble, Beverly Jane and Larry Gene Williams of Olney; two brothers, C.M. Williams of Lincoln, IL and John M. Williams of Hot Springs, AR and many nephews, nieces, distant relatives and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by four grandchildren, six brothers and two sisters. "Servant of God, well done, Thy glorious warfare past, Thy battles fought, thy victory won And thou are crowned at last."	Williams, Alonzo 'Lon' (I35768)
533	Also listed as "Rachel Elizabeth Colclasure"	Colclasure, Rachel Elizabeth Rosa (I4075)
534	Also served in the Army Reserves, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel (LTC)	Stanford, Vancil David (I4656)
535	Alta M. Payne, 73, Sailor Springs, died at the Flora Care Center at 4:15 p.m. Thursday. Services will be in the Hosselton-Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home (formerly Cardascio) in Clay City. Burial will be in Dillman Cemetery in Sailor Springs. Mrs. Payne was born Jan. 30, 1909, in Clay County, the daughter of William and Etta (Ross) Ross. She married Carl Shroyer, who preceded her in death. She then married Robert Payne May 27, 1946, in Louisville and he survives. Survivors include a son, William Buck Shroyer, Sailor Springs; two daughters, Mrs. Carole M Rinehart, Mt. Pleasant, Mich., and Mrs. Lowell (Juanita) McCollum, Jr., Sailor Springs; 14 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, April 8, 1982.	ROSS, Alta Marie (I50521)
536	Alta's last name was changed to Mitchell after her mother's marriage to Joseph Henry Mitchell.	Caldwell, Alta Ellen (I1560)
537	Altenburg, Germany, Deaths, 1876-1950, Nr. 1267	Seyferth, Johann (I51275)
538	Althea loved to go dancing with her sisters and also loved camping and motorcycles. Althea enjoyed spending time at home with her family and was an avid St. Louis fan.	GUINN, Althea Mae (I22089)
539	Althea was a stay at home mom. When she was younger she enjoyed playing the guitar with her sister Nita. She also loved to cook and truly enjoyed reading, but most of all her family was the most important thing to her, especially spending time with her grandchildren.	Young, Beulah Althea 'Dude' (I20511)
540	Although Wayne's name is engraved on this tombstone in Ingraham Cemetery, he is not here. His ashes have been scattered over his family farm land.	Stanley, Wayne Ivan (I12919)
541	Alva A. Runyon, 83, of Olney, died at 4:56 p.m. Monday, September 29, 1997, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.	Runyon, Alva Alex (I37501)
542	Alva E. Benson, 76, of Bradley, died Sunday, May 17, 1998 at Riverside Medical Center. Services were at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Clancy-Gernon Funeral Home in Bourbonnais. Burial was in the Kankakee Memorial Gardens. Visitation was from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Benson was born Feb. 15, 1922 in Noble, the son of Everett and Eliza (Fulk) Benson. He married Sarah May Steury Jan. 21, 1952 in Lawrenceville. He was a veteran of WWII serving in the Army. He was a member of Bradley American Legion 766. He was a former employee of Uniroyal (Joliet Arsenal) and Sears in Meadowview. He enjoyed fishing and garage sales. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Larry Benson and his wife, Bernette, of Chehanse, and William Ray Benson and his wife Jean, of Kankakee; two daughters Linda Fritz and her husband, Edward, and Wilma May Hebert and her husband, Chester, all of Bradley; two sisters, Dorothy Real, of Lewistown and Beulah Taylor, of Mt. Erie; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Richard Allen Benson, an infant sister and five brothers. Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Benson, Alva E. (I13222)
543	Alva E. Benson, 76, of Bradley, died Sunday, May 17, 1998 at Riverside Medical Center.	Benson, Alva E. (I13222)
544	Alva Joyce Benskin, age 89, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Monday morning, February 28, 2017, at Flora Gardens Care Center in Flora. She was born November 10, 1927, in Clay County, the daughter of Orville and Ethel Grace (Gill) Benskin. Joyce was employed at several factories during her working years including Four Sisters Manufacturing in Flora, International Shoe Company in Olney, R.C. Allen Typewriter in Woodstock, and Sparton Manufacturing in Flora. She was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church and the Senior Sunday School Class of the church. Joyce enjoyed bowling and cooking, and was known for her delicious fudge, divinity, and cinnamon rolls. She was known by all as an avid quilter. Also, she and her sister, Marjorie, made many bibs and lap throws for residents at nursing homes over the years. Joyce is survived by a son: Dale Stanford and wife Joan of Flora; a daughter: Colene Wood of Buffalo; a sister: Marjorie Murbarger of Clay City; five grandchildren: Bradley Alan Stanford, Crystal Lynn Lancaster, Amber Jo Stanford, Casey Jay Wood, Kassie Joetta Wood; and four great-grandchildren: Destinee, Wyatt, Peyton, and Harper. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one son: Bradley. A funeral service for Joyce Benskin will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 3, 2017, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with Pastor Jill Bunker officiating. Interment will be in Kneff Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to National Kidney Foundation or Alzheimers Association.	Benskin, Alva Joyce (I23682)
545	Alva Joyce Benskin, age 89, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Monday morning, February 28, 2017, at Flora Gardens Care Center in Flora.	Benskin, Alva Joyce (I23682)
546	alvert J. Craig passed away March 15, 2011. He was born September 18, 1918 in DeSoto, Illinois and was a survivor of the Tri State Tornado, March 1925, which claimed the life of his brother Robert. Calvert worked for the Illinois Central Railroad & taught elementary school in Desoto until he joined the Army Air Corps during World War II. After the war he was an accountant for Standard Oil Company in El Paso, Texas, until deciding to return home to Illinois & finish his graduate degree in education at the University of Ilinois. He taught grades 1- 8 in a one room school house, high school English & Social Science and was Principal of Clay City Elementary in Clay City, Illinois from 1947 1962. He moved to Tampa, Florida in 1962 and was employed as Area Director of Hillsborough County Public Schools. He was appointed Superintendent of Schools by Governor Hayden Burns, from 1966 1967 and was the Director of the student teaching program and a professor of school law and administration at The University of South Florida until his retirement in 1981. During his retirement years he volunteered at his church, Forest Hills United Methodist teaching continuing education classes to adults and serving on several committees. Most recently he was a member of Lake Magdalene United Methodist Church. Cal never missed a Buccaneer home game & enjoyed spending time with a close group of friends and family. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Pearl Craig, daughter Kay Reid, husband Tom, granddaughters Eden Reid Jensen, husband Britt, Eljyn Reid, great grandson Rett Jensen, nephews Bob Bridges, David Schwartz, Johnnie Lee Robertson, Jack Craig, Dr. Stephen Craig, nieces Barbara McAlister & Candace Lewis & many great nephews and nieces that he loved. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred & Mary Alta Craig, brothers, Robert & Charles Craig, sisters Vivian Bridges & Jane Schwartz, twin brother Dr. Albert Craig & daughter Sue Ann Craig. Services will be held at Blount & Curry Carrollwood Chapel on Friday, March 18, 2011 at 12:00 pm with interment following at Myrtle Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090 or the Humane Society of Pinellas 3040 State Road 590, Clearwater, FL 33759.	Craig, Calvert Joseph 'C. J.' (I53340)
547	Alvis Norton was the son of William Henry Norton and Addie May Nelson. Alvis William Norton Obituary Services for Alvis William Norton, 80, of Elkhart, will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Westside Assembly of God with the Rev. Larry Tilmon officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Herrington/Land of Memory Funeral Home. Mr. Norton died Saturday at Palestine Regional Medical Center. He was born Feb. 1, 1922 in Clay City, Ill. to William and Oddia Norton. Mr. Norton was a retired painter. He was a member of Westside Assembly of God. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans. He is survived by daughters, ----- Lathrop of Palestine and ----- Easley of Tennessee; son, ----- Norton of Illinois; sister, ----- Dunlap of Illinois; half-brother, ------ Norton of Illinois; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.	Norton, Alvis William (I30940)
548	Always interested in the affairs of the community, Mr. Bangert had served as the Road Commissioner of Pixley township for 22 years. He had maintained other interests in the community. He was a long time member of Holy Cross Church at Wendelin.	Bangert, William Joseph 'Willie' (I38329)
549	Amanda Gahan Branson,82, who had lived in Decatur 36 years, died Wednesday morning in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lida M. Fields, 304 North Oakcrest avenue. Mrs. Branson's death was caused by a heart ailment. She was the mother in law of John Rehfelt, city commissioner. Amanda Gahan was born in Jeffersonville, Ind. April 13, 1853. She was married to Anthony Hantz who died. Her second husband, William Branson, died eight years ago in Mattoon. She was a member of the West Side Church of the Nazarene. She leaves one son, Walter Hantz and four daughters, Mrs. Lida Fields, Mrs. John Rehfelt, and Mrs. Chester Schwab, all of Decatur, and Mrs. Jack Shorb of Hammond, Ind.; three brothers, George Gahan of Long Beach, Calif., Andrew Gahan of Xenia and James Gahan of Flora; a sister, Mrs. Mary Johnson of Xenia.	Gahan, Amanda (I55863)
550	Amazing father, Opa and friend to all. Captain James L. Dye, 83, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 25th, 2023. He was born to the late Cody & Fannie Dye, June 19th, 1940, in Pike County Kentucky. Jim was the 6th of 12 children and the first to graduate from high school. He married the late Brigitte Dye on December 23rd, 1960. Jim joined the Army May 27th, 1958 and had a 24 year career, where he was highly decorated. In the Army he was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart just to name a couple of his military accomplishments. He even marched with the late Martin Luther King, Jr in Atlanta where he was a Army Recruiter at the time. Then spent another 15 years with civil service and the last protocol Officer at Fitz Simmons. Which is now UC Health and Anschutz Medial Campus. His one true Love was his wife, Brigitte. They were married for 56 years. During that time, they lived all over the world in many countries and states. In 1960 they were stationed in Landstuhl Germany where they had their first son James L. Dye Jr. or Jimmy as we called him. They were stationed in New Delhi, India, Atlanta, Georgia, and Augsburg, Germany where they had their middle child, Michael K. Dye. He completed his last tour in Europe in Frankfort Germany where they had their youngest son, Siegfried Erich Dye. Then in 1974 he was transferred to Fitzsimmons Army Base in Colorado; where he spent his last years in the Army before he retired in 1981. Jims true passions were his family and friends. He loved making people laugh, helping others and telling stories (some true and some made up). Jim was quick witted and always ready with a joke or a story. Overall, there was little he wouldnt do to help someone. He spent many years on the board of Fitzsimmons Credit Union to do just that; help others. He believed in God and the hereafter and fought to live as an example to others that all things are possible. He will be missed and remembered by those he touched but especially by his family and friends that he leaves behind. God claimed another Great One and has gained a special addition to his Kingdom. The Memorial Service will be held at Newcomer Funeral home from 10am to 12pm on the 24th of August. Followed by burial of Captain James L Dye & Brigitte Dye at Fort Logan National Cemetery at 2pm. For those that are interested we will be doing a wake to celebrate the Lives of Jim, Brigitte and Jimmy Dye at the Englewood Grand, 3435 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113 Jim's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click here to view the service In Lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to The Denver Rescue Mission and Project Angle Heart.	Dye, James Lester Sr. (I49993)