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11401	William T. Sons, well-known Lamard township farmer, passed away October 18th, while visiting his daughter, Mrs. John V. Strole in Chadbourn, N.C. Mr. Sons had recently gone to spend the winter with his daughter at Chadbourn, N. C. where he passed away, following a few days of illness, October 18, 1938, age 81 years, 11 months and 8 days.	Sons, William Thomas 'Sawblade Bill' (I41747)
11402	William Tell Balmer, 83, of Claremont Township, died this morning at Richland Memorial Hospital, after having been a patient there for a week.	Balmer, William Tell (I25344)
11403	WILLIAM THOMAS WELLS William Thomas Wells, son of Albert and Mary Wells, was born in Wayne County, Illinois, September 9, 1875, and departed this life at his home in Oxford, Nebr., on October 10, 1937, aged 62 years, one month and one day. He grew to young manhood in Wayne County, Ill., where he resided with his parents and two sisters. His parents and one sister, Lily, preceded him in death. Two additional sisters died in childhood. On December 24, 1902, he was united in marriage to Laura Bell Campbell. To this union six daughters were born, two of whom preceded him in death. In 1902 he and his wife moved to East St. Louis, returning to Wayne County, Ill., after a period of two years where they continued to live for five years. In 1909 he removed with his family to Furnas County, Nebr., where he continued to live to the end of his earthly sojourn. He located on a farm southwest of Beaver City in Spring Green neighborhood where he resided for many years. In 1928 he moved his family to a farm north of Beaver City residing there four years. On account of ill health Mr. Wells retired from the farm in 1932, moving into Beaver City, and later to Oxford, where he was living at the time of his death. He had been in ill health for the past 8 years and the last 8 weeks of his life was confined to his bed. He was a patient sufferer, a kind, loving, and thoughtful husband and father, always ready to help everyone. He was highly respected and loved by all who knew him. At an early age he was confirmed in the Baptist faith in which he lived and died. He leaves to mourn his passing a loving wife and four daughters: Mrs. Mamie Hess of Oxford, Nebr.; Mrs. Florence Cole of Lexington, Nebr.; Mrs. Lucille Quinn of Beaver City, Nebr.; and Miss Dorothy who is yet at home. All were present and helped to care for their father in his last illness. There are three grandchildren: Billie and Bonnie Hess of Oxford and Bobby Brouhard of Lexington. Also one sister, Mrs. Jane Duke of Rinard, Ill., besides other relatives and friends. Funeral services were held from the Methodist Church in Beaver City, Wednesday, October 13, conducted by Rev. G. P. Clark of the Christian Church. Mrs. E. T. Carter and Mrs. G. P. Clark, accompanied by Mrs. V. L. Marble, sang: The Old Rugged Cross, Saved By Grace and In The Garden. Pallbearers were Wm. Hollinger, Charles Kurtz, Orville Ruby, John Sievers, Ralph Harding and W. W. Lamb. Interment was in the Beaver City Mount Hope Cemetery.	Wells, William Thomas (I25419)
11404	William Todd Martell, Sr., 77, of Flora passed away at 10:36 p.m. Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at the Burge House in Flora. It was Mr. Martell's wishes for cremation and a family Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. His cremated remains will be interred at the Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs.	Martell, William 'Todd Bill' Sr. (I35757)
11405	William Vernon Ittner June 07, 1934 - August 20, 2011 Mr. William Vernon Ittner, age 77, of Carbondale, died at 8:09 p.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Bill's death was caused by Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born in Highland, Illinois, the son of Vernon William and Estelle Hagneur Ittner. He married Dorothy Anne "Dede" Lingle on June 24, 1961, at the First Presbyterian Church in Carbondale. Bill is survived by his wife, Dede Ittner of Carbondale; three children, De Lou (Brian) De Jong of Sheboygan,Wisconsin, Jonathan Robert (Peggy) Ittner of Carbondale, and Kay Susanne (Brent) Newell of Carbondale; seven grandchildren; Samantha De Jong (Rodney) Nyhof, Ian De Jong, Grace De Jong, Cameron De Jong, Christian De Jong, all of Sheboygan Wisconsin, Stephen Newell of Carbondale; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother in law, Leland P. "Doc" and Dorothy Furr Lingle of Carbondale and one brother, Ted Ittner. Bill was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Carbondale and Olney. He served as elder and usher for the church and an outreach ministry to SIU students and visitors. He proudly served in the U. S. Army from 1954 to 1956 in the Panama Canal Zone, Thirty-Third infantry; 504th Field Artillery Unit. After his 1961 graduation from SIU, Bill began his professional involvement as a Traffic Technician for General Telephone in Illinois. (Jacksonville, Bloomington Normal, Marion and Olney) before his retirement in 1991. During this period he received his teacher certificate at Illinois State University, teaching and coaching for several years at Lexington, Illinois Jr. High School. Mr. Ittner was very community service oriented. He was involved in Boy Scouting in Olney, the Buffalo Trace Council of Boy Scouts of America. Bill served as a Cubmaster Webelos Leader, Boy Scout Committee Member. He was an Adult Leadership Trainer. He received the Woodbadge Training, District Award of Merit and Silver Beaver. He was a long time member of the Olney Kiwanis Club with deep interest in youth activities. Sharing many interests with his wife, he became an associate member of the Carbondale Preservation Commission as a part of the "Carbondale Remembered" Oral History Project. Upon retirement the Ittners returned to Carbondale where, as Life Members of the SIU Alumni Association, Bill became involved in Alumni work with the Jackson County Alumni Chapter and in a support role with the Student Alumni Council. Mr. Ittner provided nearly a decade of tutoring services in math and science for the John A. Logan Adult Literacy Program. Family funeral services for Mr. William Vernon Ittner will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 26, 2011 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden with Rev. Janice C. West and Rev. Brian De Jong officiating. Interment will be in the Cobden Cemetery. Friends may call after 9:00 a.m. and until the funeral hour on Friday, August 26, 2011 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden. A celebration of William's life will be planned at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the SIU Foundation Legacy Scholarships; Leland and Dorothy Lingle Memorial Scholarship; and the Presbyterian Church of Carbondale. Envelopes will be available at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden.	Ittner, William Vernon (I60969)
11406	William W. Cornwell, 78, of Vincennes route 5, died at his home at 12:30 a.m. Saturday. Surviving are the widow, Mary Cornwell, four sons, Charles, Lester and Clarence Cornwell of Vincennes, and Raymond Cornwell of East Prairie, Mo., and two daughters, Mrs. Hazel Hartsbury and Mrs Dorothy Rose of Vincennes; a sister, Mrs Nellie Bourkey of Bloomington, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. The body is at the Stocker funeral home where friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday. Funeral services will be conducted from the Pentecostal Church at Beal at 2 p.m. Monday, Rev. Conrad McGill officiating. Burial will be in Fairview cemetery.	Cornwell, William Wesley (I5923)
11407	William W. Weagel, 91, of Sumner, formerly of Berryville, died at 10:45 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, 1988 at the Bridgeport Nursing Home. Services will be in the Memorial Chapel of Summers Funeral Home with the Rev. James Rue presiding. Burial in the Moravian Cemetery in West Salem with Military graveside rites performed by the Olney Veterans Organizations. Mr. Weagel was born Dec. 11, 1896 in Berryville, the son of Joseph and Louisa (Keen) Weagel. He married Elsie Hossel in March 1920. She preceded him in death in October 1931. He married Ella Hasler on Dec. 16, 1933. She preceded him in death on July 12, 1986. He was a farmer, member of the Berryville Church of Christ and a World War I Army Veteran. Survivors include two sons, Henry of Olney and Kenneth of Warren, Mich.; one sister, Louvre Hasler, Sumner; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, two wives, one sister and one brother. Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Weagel, William W. (I1275)
11408	William was a Pearl Harbor Survivor.	Hess, William Thomas (I25428)
11409	William was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in the Battle of the Bulge under General Patton in 1941 to 1945. He was a member of the auxiliary Oddfellows Hall. He had a great love for music and playing his guitar, and spending time with family and loved ones.	Fulk, William R. 'Bill' Sr. (I4231)
11410	William was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in the Battle of the Bulge under General Patton in 1941 to 1945.	Fulk, William R. 'Bill' Sr. (I4231)
11411	William was the son of Celesta Quimby. He retired in 1984 after 35 years as a foreman at Wagner Casting and Chambers, Bering, Quinlan. He married Wilma Jones July 2, 1969. Herald & Review April 7, 2002	Quimby, William Lee (I37209)
11412	William Wendell Wille, 44, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., died in the plane crash there Feb. 3. He was a self-employed pilot. Memorial services will be at the Noble Cardascio Funeral Home with Bro. Gene Everett presiding. He was born in East Alton Oct. 5, 1936 to Charles H. and Sarah Rachael (Griffin) Wille. He was in the Army. He is survived by three sons, David, Michael, and Richard, all of Cottage Hill; a daughter Susann, Cottage Hill; a brother, Charles A. Wille, Clay City; a sister, Lois Bernice, Topeka, Kan., and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wille, Topeka. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, February, 1981.	Wille, William Wendel (I17920)
11413	William's obituary says her last name was Hitchcock.	Baldwin, Lucy M. (I32450)
11414	Willie "Bill" Neal Richards, 65, of Mattoon, passed away at 5:23 p.m. Sunday, July 10, 2011, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield. Visitation held Wednesday at McClure Funeral Home in Taylorville. Funeral services held Wednesday at the funeral home with Reverend Seth Ventress officiating. Mr. Richards will be cremated following the funeral and interment will be held at a later date. Mr. Richards was born February 22, 1946, in Olney, the son of Harry and Mary VanBlaracum Richards. He married Linda Murphy on June 18, 1982 in Taylorville. He worked as a mechanic for more than 40 years and was the retired owner of Commercial Alignment in Mattoon. He served in the Army during the Vietnam conflict and was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Moose Lodge and Eagles in Mattoon. He enjoyed golfing and fishing. Mr. Richards is survived by his wife, Linda Richards of Mattoon; stepdaughter, Corinna Hicks and her husband, Richard of Sullivan; three granddaughters; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Larry Richards and his wife, Beverly of Sullivan, Harry Lee Richards and his wife, Monica of Decatur and Ray Richards and his wife, Kathy of Taylorville and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. The Olney Daily Mail, July 11, 2011	Richards, Willie Neal 'Bill' (I58656)
11415	Willis J. Payne, 56, of Whittington died Saturday, May 14, 2011, at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis. Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with the Rev. Mark Minor officiating. Burial will be in the Ewing Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. He was born in Christopher on Nov. 6, 1954, the son of Jack and Margaret (Allaway) Payne. He married Carrie (Gregory) on Nov. 26, 1977, and she survives. Mr. Payne was a farmer for many years, and had been a volunteer with the Ewing-Northern Fire Department. Willis owned and operated with his family the Payne Mowing Service. Mr. Payne is survived by his wife, Carrie Payne of Whittington; children, Lesli and Steve Spitzner of Clay City, Jim and Brandee Payne of Ewing, Jeremy Payne and fiancée Elizabeth Jeter of Benton, Jordan Payne of Whittington and Jilissa Payne of Whittington; grandchildren, Peyton and Paige Spitzner, Lane and Allee Wellen, Jaxson and Emmerson Payne, Kaitlyn Manning and Kynlee Payne; two sisters, Jeanne Cremeens and husband, Scott, of Florida, and Carolyn Anderson and husband, Bill, of Altamont; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Payne was preceded in death by his parents and by an aunt, Wilma Sturm.	Payne, Willis J. (I55927)
11416	Wilma Angle, 84, of Olney, died at 2:50 a.m. Sunday, December 22, 2013, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney with Reverend Father Ron Weber officiating. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013 at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney and from noon-1 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will follow Mass in St. Joseph Cemetery in Stringtown. Mrs. Angle was born August 28, 1929, in Richland County, the daughter of Edmund and Veronica (Roth) Schneider. She married Francis "Bob" Angle on November 23, 1955. He preceded her in death on December 10, 1987. Wilma had worked at the old shoe factory and Appliance+ Store. She was registered with the Girl Scouts of America for more than 40 years. She served as a leader of two troops in Shagbark Council for more than 33 years, spending more than 6,300 hours of her life in troop meetings, teaching life skills, camping skills, and assisting girls with hundreds of badges. Wilma served many leadership positions in Richland County, including being a basic leadership trainer, first-aid trainer, a mentor for new leaders, day camp unit leader, day camp committee member, cookie and calendar committee, and coordinator of many local and council events. She was awarded one of the highest council awards for a volunteer, "The Pride of Shagbark Council." The Belleville Diocese also awarded her the St. Anne's Medal for Girl Scout leaders. She also served as a volunteer with the Catholic Youth Group for four years, St. Joseph's Women's Guild for many years, and also volunteered with Small Treasures Day Care for 10 years. For her years of service to the Girl Scouts and devotion to her family and the community, she was named Woman of the Year for Richland County. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney. Wilma is survived by a son, Jeffrey J. Angle and wife Teresa J., of Fairfield; daughter, Renee M. Angle, of Olney; daughter, Kristi J. Crawford and husband Tony, of Olney; grandchildren, Jordan Angle, of Columbus, Ohio, Kacie Crawford, of Olney, and Courtney Crawford, of Olney; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, special friend, Lucky Redman, sisters, Alberta Zuber, Ann Harms, Marcella Schneider, Rozella Richey, and Aldelphia Weiler, and brothers, Cletus, Eustace, Carl and Eugene Schneider. Online condolences may be left at www.summerskistler.com. Memorials may be made to Richland County Girl Scouts or St. Joseph Foundation Trust. Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Schneider, Wilma Jean (I51454)
11417	Wilma Ann Laird, age 79, of Clay City, IL, passed away at 11:30 am, Monday, December 31, 2012, at her home in Clay City, IL. Wilma was born July 15, 1933 in Clay City, IL, the daughter of Earl "Duck" and Mildred (Holmes) Franklin. She was united in marriage with Raleigh Laird. Wilma was a member of the Mount Zion Church and enjoyed her time as a homemaker. She is survived by mother, Mildred Franklin; daughter, Debbie Tibbs; son, Edward Neil Wyatt; sister, Dorthy Mitchell; brother, Richard Earl Franklin; half sisters, Lynn Dorman, Karen Miller, and Tawanne White; grandchildren, Candra Allen, Blake Moore, Josh Wyatt and Jonas Wyatt; and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Earl "Duck" Franklin; husband, Raleigh Laird; infant son, Terry Ellis; half brother, Billie White; sister, Mabel Sharp; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by J.W. Neal Funeral Home in Louisville, IL and cremation rites will be accorded. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.	Franklin, Wilma Ann (I6122)
11418	Wilma Ann Laird, age 79, of Clay City, IL, passed away at 11:30 am, Monday, December 31, 2012, at her home in Clay City, IL. Wilma was born July 15, 1933 in Clay City, IL, the daughter of Earl "Duck" and Mildred (Holmes) Franklin. She was united in marriage with Raleigh Laird. Wilma was a member of the Mount Zion Church and enjoyed her time as a homemaker. She is survived by mother, Mildred Franklin; daughter, Debbie Tibbs; son, Edward Neil Wyatt; sister, Dorthy Mitchell; brother, Richard Earl Franklin; half sisters, Lynn Dorman, Karen Miller, and Tawanne White; grandchildren, Candra Allen, Blake Moore, Josh Wyatt and Jonas Wyatt; and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Earl "Duck" Franklin; husband, Raleigh Laird; infant son, Terry Ellis; half brother, Billie White; sister, Mabel Sharp; and two grandchildren. Arrangements are being handled by J.W. Neal Funeral Home in Louisville, IL and cremation rites will be accorded. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.	Franklin, Wilma Ann (I6122)
11419	Wilma J. Goss was born January 20, 1935, in Olney, the daughter of Walter and Nellie Wingert Ditch. She was married April 30, 1955, to Loren Keith Goss. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1993. Wilma sold Avon for over 30 years. She worked as a cook at East Richland Middle School, and she was a superb homemaker and cook. Mrs. Goss was a loving wife and mother. She attended First Baptist Church in Olney, then later became a member of Antioch Christian Church. Wilma enjoyed church functions and spending time with friends and family. Mrs. Goss is survived by a son, Mark Goss and wife Carla; daughter, Debra Martin and husband Lee; brother, Alva Ditch; sister, Bea Bander; great-nephew, Larry Bander, to whom she and Loren opened their home and hearts; stepgrandsons, Jeremy and Shawn Flanagan and their families; and several nieces, nephews, and loving friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers, Delbert, Shelby, Paul Hershel, and Everette Lee Ditch, and one sister, Freda Garvin Jordan. Memorials may be made to the Aspen Wing at Burgin Manor Nursing Home, 900 E. Scott Ave., Olney. Online condolences may be left at www.summers-kistler.com. Complete obituary published in Olney Daily Mail - 03.12.2014	Ditch, Wilma Jean (I56811)
11420	Wilma Jean Keortge, 75, of Olney, died at 5:10 a.m. Monday, May 5, 2008, at Richland Care & Rehab in Olney.	Hinderliter, Wilma Jean (I37919)
11421	Wilma L. McDowell, 81, of Olney, died at 3:15 a..m. Wednesday, September 14, 2011, at VNA Plus Homecare and Hospice in Evansville, Ind. Visitation will be held from noon-1 p.m. Monday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Reverend Rich Elliott officiating. Burial will be in Haven Hill Memorial Gardens in Olney. Mrs. McDowell was born August 16, 1930, in Wayne County, the daughter of John and Amy (Lomas) Thomas. She married Robert G. McDowell in 1980. He preceded her in death on January 23, 2009. She had worked as a nurse's aide. Mrs. McDowell is survived by her brother, John Thomas, of Olney; brother, Darrell Thomas, of Neoga; sister, Shirley Greenwood, of Olney; sister, Maxine Snyder, of Olney; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Amy Thomas; husband, Robert G.. McDowell; and two sisters. Memorials may be made to VNA Plus Homecare and Hospice.	Thomas, Wilma L. (I33930)
11422	Wilma Lena Sharp, 93, of Clay City, died at 9:15 p.m. Wednesday, September 15, 2010, at Clay County Hospital. Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Rev. Mike Smith officiating. Mrs. Sharp was born on September 21, 1916, the daughter of James Stratton and Emma Mae (Likens). She married Roy Edward Sharp on November 4, 1933. He preceded her in death on August 28, 2000. She was a housewife and member of Mt. Pulaski United Methodist Church. Mrs. Sharp is survived by her son, Bill Sharp, of Van, Texas; son, Robert Sharp and his wife, Dorothy, of Cadiz, Ky.; daughter, Thelma Fry, of Clay City; son, Eugene Sharp and his wife, Evelyn, of Springfield, Mo.; daughter, Dorothy Browning and her husband, Aubrey, of Monticello; daughter, Marcella Ellis and her husband, Arthur ìJr,î of Creve Coeur; daughter, Phyllis Muse and her husband, Gary, of Cisco; daughter, Carolyn Sue Snyder and her husband, Steve, of Bloomington; son, James Sharp and his wife, Marcie, of Queen Creek, Ariz.; son, Jackie Sharp and his wife, Linda, of Xenia; daughter, Debra Nix and her husband, Don, of Salem; son, Thomas Sharp and his wife, Karla, of Golden Gate; 44 grandchildren, 61 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Kenneth Roy Sharp, grandsons, Jason and Christopher, sons-in-law, Jack Vannote and Dale Fry, daughter-in-law, Phyllis Sharp, great-granddaughter, Dessie Sharp, seven brothers and five sisters. Memorials may be made to Flora Rehab and Healthcare Center.	Stratton, Wilma Lena (I13243)
11423	Wilma Lou Lybarger was born on May 18, 1925 in Clay County, Illinois, the daughter of Elza and Grace (Brown) Lutz. She married Alfred Joseph Lybarger on November 14, 1944 in Tuscola, IL. He preceded her in death on January 27, 2013. Wilma was a homemaker and a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Wendelin. She is survived by her son, Robert Lybarger of Salem, IL; son, Myron Lybarger and wife, Joyce of Dundas, IL; son, John Lybarger and wife, Diann of Saint Marie, IL; daughter, Linda Kocher and husband, Keith of Claremont, IL; son, David Lybarger and wife, Cindy of Nashville, TN; daughter, Louise Lybarger and partner, Louis Gassmann of Newton, IL; son, Paul Lybarger and wife, Elizabeth of Wendelin, IL; sisters, Dorothea Pringle of Clay City, IL; Berneta Weiler of Clay City, IL and Lorene Mayden of Godfrey, IL; 16 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren as well as several nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter-in-law, Susan, and two sisters, Evelyn Lutz and Ninetta Wilson. Olney Daily Mail, IL	Lutz, Wilma Lou (I36549)
11424	Wilma M. Allen, 66, Fort Meade, Fla. and formerly of Clay City, died Sunday morning at St. Petersburg General Hosptial in St. Petersburg, Fla. Services will be in the Cardascio Funeral Home in Clay City. Burial will be in Clay City Cemetery. Mrs. Allen was born Aug. 9, 1915 in Sesser, the daughter of William and Alberta (Bidwell) Isaacs. She married Arthur A. Allen July 31, 1933 and he survives. She was a member of Clay City Christian Church; a Past Noble Grand, and past district president of Venus Rebekah Lodge in Clay City. She and her husband were publishers of the Clay City Advocate from 1943 to 1970. Other survivors include two daughters, Lois Strange, Fairfield; Crystal Koller, Marietta, Ga.; a sister, Mrs. Allene Agnesi, Fort Meade, Fla.; four grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, November 8, 1981.	Isaacs, Wilma (I29125)
11425	Wilma Mae Craig, 87, of Newman passed away on Monday (Feb. 11, 2013) at the Champaign County Nursing Home, Urbana. She was born Feb. 1, 1926 in Douglas County, the daughter of Opal and Charles Wilcoxon. She married Rex Craig on Feb. 13, 1946 in Newman. He preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 1989. A son, Charles Edward Craig passed away on Jan. 12, 2009. Surviving are her son, Gary L. (Myrna) Craig; a daughter-in-law, Marcia Craig; five grandchildren, Tami Craig-Schilling (Rodney), Cori (Amanda) Craig, Amy (Aaron) Dufelmeier, Ryan (Meghan) Craig and Hilary (Roger) Whitt; 10 great-grandchildren, Taylor Walton, Lane Schilling, Maddie, Malorie, Sammie and Cayden Craig, Austin and Alex Dufelmeier, Brady and Dylan Craig; one step-great-granddaughter, Breck (Justin) Kramper; two sisters, Virginia Gallion and Marilyn (Ronnie) Mohr; two brothers, Hugh (Katie) Wilcoxon and Mack (Elaine) Wilcoxon; two sisters-in-law, Hazel Demeris and Inez Goddard and many nieces and nephews.	Wilcoxon, Wilma Mae (I29904)
11426	Wilma Smith Colclasure, 82, of Jacksonville, died Thursday evening, April 24, 2008, at her residence.	Smith, Wilma Mae (I11417)
11427	Wilma was a member of Zif Baptist Church, Zif Township, Wayne County, Illinois	Pierce, Wilma Fern (I18206)
11428	WILSON - - RALPH, age 28 years, husband of Elnora Wilson, father of Caroline Sue Wilson, son of Mrs. Bernice Wilson of Clay City, Ill.; brother of Charles N. and Robert Wilson of Chicago, Ill.; Jack, Eldon and Richard Wilson of Clay City, Ill.; Mrs. Gerald Ross of Clay City, Il.; Mrs. Mildred Finn of Newton, Ill.; Mary F. Wilson of Indianapolis, Maxine and Martha Jean Wilson of Memphis, Tenn.; grandson of Mrs. Fanner Tolliver of Indianapolis, nephew of Doris Tolliver of Indianapolis, passed away . Funeral services Saturday p.m. from the E. E. Easley Funeral Home of Clay City, Ill. Burial Clay City, Ill. The_Indianapolis_Star_1946_06_08_Page_18	Wilson, Ralph Spencer (I17152)
11429	Winfred died at his residence.	Herdes, Lawrence Winfred (I12505)
11430	Winfred Herdes, 77, of Clay City, died February 18, 2000, at his residence in Clay City. Mr. Herdes was born September 11, 1922 in Clay County, the son of James and Jennie Lee Herdes. He married Eva Schnautz September 8, 1945, in Flora. He was a retired farmer. Surviving are his wife; three sons, Roger, Richard, and Alan Herdes; two sisters, Iva Gaskin and Mildred Flannagan; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother. Graveside services were held at the Clay City Cemetery. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. (Published Clay County Advocate-Press)	Herdes, Lawrence Winfred (I12505)
11431	Winona Pearl Leak, age 66, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Axiom Health Care in Flora. She was born October 9, 1958, at home in Clay City, the daughter of Virgil and Evelyn (Mitchell) Gray Young. She married Tom Leak on October 15, 2005, at Bloom Baptist Church. Pearl graduated from Flora High School and later moved to Texas, working at various hospitals around Waco. After returning to Flora, she was employed for more than twenty years as an X-ray Technician at St. Anthonys Memorial Hospital in Effingham. She loved reading true crime novels and watching documentaries, especially about deadly women. Tom often teased her that he slept with one eye open, joking that one day something from those shows might click. After her cancer diagnosis, Pearl continued working while undergoing treatments. Eventually, the long hours and commute became too much, and she retired in September 2023. In retirement, she looked forward to dinner dates with former co-workers, family, and friends, and most of all, she cherished time with her beloved granddaughter, MaKenna, playing games and creating arts and crafts together. She is survived by her husband: Tom Leak of Flora; children: Brian Dulaney, Aaron Dulaney, Dustin Brown, Guy Brown, Jackie Richardson, and Virgil Brown; grandchildren: Matthew Dulaney and MaKenna Dulaney; siblings: Kathy Moton, Donna Young, Nova Lantis, Linda Pruitt, Charolette Young, and Everett Young; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. During her final months, when she was bedfast, Pearl was deeply grateful for the outpouring of support from family and friends especially from her sister Donna and her son Brian, who lovingly took turns caring for her each day. Private family services will be held. Interment will take place in Kneff Cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora	Young, Winona Pearl (I2042)
11432	With 1 year and near 2 months prior service, enlisted in the Regular Army on January 12, 1946 while stationed in Korea. Returned to the states for 6 months, then reassigned to and served as an Automotive Mechanic (military occupational specialty of 014) with the 42nd Engineer Battalion engaged in the occupation of Japan. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on July 7, 1947 at Camp Stoneman, California. Earned The Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and the Army Of Occupation Medal (Japan). This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2202370 Later served as a Sergeant, in the United States Army during the Korean War.	Colclasure, Opal Wayne (I13294)
11433	With 1 year, 4 months and 27 days of prior service, re-enlisted in the Corps of Engineers while stationed in Japan on January 30, 1946. Served with the 443rd Engineers Base Depot Company as a General Carpenter (Military Occupational Specialty 050). Earned The American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal and The Army Of Occupation (Japan) Medal. Honorably discharged as a Private First Class on April 4, 1947 at The Separation Center, Camp Beale, California. (This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.) Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2106983	Baird, Vaughn (I43127)
11434	With 4 years, 1 month, and 6 days prior army service, reentered active service as a 37 year-old draftee on July 28, 1943 at Chicago, Illinois. Selected for service with the Medical Department, attended cooking course, and qualified in the military occupational specialty of Cook's Helper (MOS 521). Assigned to and served with the 1802nd Service Command Unit, Borden General Hospital, Chickasha, Oklahoma. Honorably discharged with a certificate of disability as a Private First Class on February 16, 1945 at same station. Earned the American Campaign Medal and the WWII Victory Medal. This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2298239	Settles, John E. (I17729)
11435	With 4 years, 6 months and 17 days prior service in the Navy, entered active service as a draftee on November 6, 1942 at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Selected for the Medical Department and trained in the Military Occupational Specialty of Dental Laboratory Technician (067). Assigned to and served with The Medical Department Detachment at Fitzsimmons General Hospital, Denver, Colorado. Honorably discharged as a Private First Class on May 15, 1945 at that station. Earned The American Campaign Medal and The WWII Victory Medal. (This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.) Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2106968	Bennett, Cressie Beryl (I43199)
11436	With 6 months and 12 days prior army service, enlisted in the Regular Army and entered active service on December 14, 1945. With the military occupational specialty of Auto Mechanic (014), assigned to and served with Service Battery, 39th Field Artillery Battalion, in the American Theater of Operations. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on November 26, 1946 at the Separation Point, Camp Campbell, Kentucky. Earned the American Campaign Medal and the WWII Victory Medal. This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2185808	Cook, Dewey Edward (I26712)
11437	With 6 months prior service, enlisted in the Regular Army on July 22, 1946 at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and returned to active duty as a member of the Detached Enlisted Men's List (DRML) Service Branch. Having previously served as a Clerk-Typist, he re-qualified in the Military Occupational Specialty of Topographic Draftsman (076) and served with the 7001st Army Service Unit Detachment 1. Honorably discharged as a Technician 4th Grade on August 21, 1947 at Fort Myers, Virginia. Earned The American Campaign Medal and The WWII Victory Medal. (This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.) Source: https://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2115802	Bright, Lennie G. (I43257)
11438	With 6 months, 18 days prior service in the Enlisted Reserve Corps, entered active service as a draftee on March 2, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Completed basic training, selected for duty with the Ordnance Corps, attended the Sheet Metal Workers Service School at Stockton, California, and qualified in the military occupational specialty of that trade (MOS 201). Departed the Continental U.S. on February 26, 1943 bound for the Pacific Theater of Operations. Assigned to and served with the 3415th Ordnance Company, 69th Ordnance Battalion, in the southern Philippine Islands and Luzon Campaigns. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on December 15, 1945 at the Separation Center, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Earned The Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with 2 bronze battle stars, WWII Victory Medal, and The Philippine Liberation Medal. Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2280740	Stanley, Cyrus Nelson (I40338)
11439	With 6 months, 5 days of prior service in 1940, recalled to active duty again on August 13, 1942 at East Saint Louis, Illinois, as a draftee. Assigned to Battery D, 54th Anti-Aircraft Training Battalion, Anti-Aircraft Replacement Training Center, at Camp Callan, California. Honorably discharged as a Private on October 30, 1942 (just short of his 32nd birthday) at same station. Earned The American Defense Service Medal and The WWII Victory Medal for service during the periods of eligibility. (This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.) Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2282218	Payne, Lowell 'Spoonie' (I35724)
11440	With 6 months, 5 days, of prior service, enlisted in the regular army, ordnance corps, and entered active service on December 12, 1945 at Fort Ord, California. Qualified in the military occupational specialty of mail clerk (mos 056). Departed thhe continental U.S. on February 5, 1946 bound for the European Theater of Operations. Assigned to and served with the 560th Ordnance Truck Maintenance Company engaged in the occupation of Germany. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on December 26, 1946 at the Separation Center, Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Earned the WWII Victory Medal and The Army of Occupation Medal (Germany). Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2283262	Pickens, Merwin E. (I35633)
11441	With a degree in physical education and biology, he entered the Navy on March 1, 1945. He was trained as a Hospital Apprentice at the Great Lakes Training Center and the San Diego Naval Hospital. After training, he was stationed at the Memphis Naval Hospital working in surgery. As a citizen, he loved serving the Navy and as an athlete, he enjoyed participating in official Navy baseball and basketball programs over the span of his tour of duty. Discharged as a Hospital Apprentice 2nd Class on April 4, 1946. Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=916644	Schack, Frank Fairfowl Jr. (I26940)
11442	With her husband, she owned and operated Watson's Market in Clay City, was a member of the Clay City United Methodist Church and was active in the Daughters of the American Revolution.	Chaffin, Ollie Mae (I20410)
11443	With prior service in Company I, 53rd Infantry Regiment, from January 22, 1941 through October 16, 1941, recalled to active duty from the enlisted reserve corps on February 7, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Qualified in the military occupational specialty of Automatic Rifleman (mos 746). Departed the Continental U.S. on June 18, 1942 bound for the Pacific Theater of Operations where he participated in the Aleutian Islands Campaign with unknown units. Returned stateside on March 23, 1944 where he was assigned to and served with Company C, 195th Infantry Training Battalion, at Camp Blanding, Florida. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on October 6, 1945 at same station. Earned the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with 1 bronze battle star, and the WWII Victory Medal. This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2282330	Payne, Robert R. 'Bob' (I10394)
11444	With prior service in the Reserve, enlisted and entered active service with the Coast Artillery Corps in the Regular Army. Completed army specialized training reserve program (basic engineering) and army specialized training program (electrical engineering). Served stateside with 22nd Company, Separation Center, War Department Personnel Center, Fort Dix, New Jersey. Honorably discharged as a Sergeant on February 22, 1947, same station. Earned the WWII Victory Medal. This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2109728	Bissey, Ira Dale (I18254)
11445	With prior service, enlisted as a Fireman Second Class on September 27, 1942 at the Navy Recruiting Station, Saint Louis, Missouri. Assigned for further training to Naval Construction Battalion, Naval Construction Training Center, Naval Construcuction Base, Norfolk, Virginia. Reassigned to and served with the 3rd Special Construction Battalion and then the Advance Base Receiving Barracks, Advance Base Depot, Port Hueneme, California. Honorably discharged as a Fireman First Class on June 26, 1945 at the Naval Personnel Redistribution Center, Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois. Earned the American Campaign Medal and the WWII Victory Medal. Source: http://wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2186876	Gill, Joseph Robert 'Joe' (I27228)
11446	With six months and 18 days prior service as a draftee, enlisted in the Regular Army, Ordnance Corps, on February 3, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Previously completed basic training and qualified in the military occupational specialty of Automotive Mechanic (014). Departed the Continental U.S. on September 9, 1944 and served with the 909th Ordnance (Heavy Automotive Maintenance) Company in the Northern France Campaign and as a second echelon facility through war's end in Europe. Earned the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-American-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one bronze battle star and the WWII Victory Medal. Honorably discharged as a Technician 3rd Grade on November 17, 1945 at the Separation Center, Fort Sheridan, Illinois. This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2021327	Wilson, Harry Denver (I2158)
11447	With the advent of the Civil War, he took up the cause of the South. In all probability he took part in the battle of Gettysberg. He served well and was honorably discharged at the close of the war. (Nicholas B. Leonard was in 63 Virginia Infantry (McMahon's Regiment) Company B on the Confederate side. File Number M382 roll 33.)	Leonard, Nicholas Barger (I34667)
11448	With these dates (birth and marriage) Nancy would have only been 7 years old when she married Allen Jackson. Was she born in 1861 instead of 1871?	Lucus, Nancy Jane (I5786)
11449	Wm COX, well known here, died suddenly of heart disease at his home in Scotland last Friday.	Cox, William Jefferson (I19849)
11450	Wm COX, well known here, died suddenly of heart disease at his home in Scotland last Friday. He lived here several years ago and was successful in moving heavy machinery and buildings.	Cox, William Jefferson (I19849)

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11401

William T. Sons, well-known Lamard township farmer, passed away October 18th, while visiting his daughter, Mrs. John V. Strole in Chadbourn, N.C.

Mr. Sons had recently gone to spend the winter with his daughter at Chadbourn, N. C. where he passed away, following a few days of illness, October 18, 1938, age 81 years, 11 months and 8 days.

Sons, William Thomas 'Sawblade Bill' (I41747)

11402

William Tell Balmer, 83, of Claremont Township, died this morning at Richland Memorial Hospital, after having been a patient there for a week.

Balmer, William Tell (I25344)

11403

WILLIAM THOMAS WELLS

William Thomas Wells, son of Albert and Mary Wells, was born in Wayne County, Illinois, September 9, 1875, and departed this life at his home in Oxford, Nebr., on October 10, 1937, aged 62 years, one month and one day.

He grew to young manhood in Wayne County, Ill., where he resided with his parents and two sisters. His parents and one sister, Lily, preceded him in death. Two additional sisters died in childhood.

On December 24, 1902, he was united in marriage to Laura Bell Campbell. To this union six daughters were born, two of whom preceded him in death. In 1902 he and his wife moved to East St. Louis, returning to Wayne County, Ill., after a period of two years where they continued to live for five years. In 1909 he removed with his family to Furnas County, Nebr., where he continued to live to the end of his earthly sojourn. He located on a farm southwest of Beaver City in Spring Green neighborhood where he resided for many years. In 1928 he moved his family to a farm north of Beaver City residing there four years.

On account of ill health Mr. Wells retired from the farm in 1932, moving into Beaver City, and later to Oxford, where he was living at the time of his death. He had been in ill health for the past 8 years and the last 8 weeks of his life was confined to his bed. He was a patient sufferer, a kind, loving, and thoughtful husband and father, always ready to help everyone. He was highly respected and loved by all who knew him. At an early age he was confirmed in the Baptist faith in which he lived and died.

He leaves to mourn his passing a loving wife and four daughters: Mrs. Mamie Hess of Oxford, Nebr.; Mrs. Florence Cole of Lexington, Nebr.; Mrs. Lucille Quinn of Beaver City, Nebr.; and Miss Dorothy who is yet at home. All were present and helped to care for their father in his last illness. There are three grandchildren: Billie and Bonnie Hess of Oxford and Bobby Brouhard of Lexington. Also one sister, Mrs. Jane Duke of Rinard, Ill., besides other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held from the Methodist Church in Beaver City, Wednesday, October 13, conducted by Rev. G. P. Clark of the Christian Church.

Mrs. E. T. Carter and Mrs. G. P. Clark, accompanied by Mrs. V. L. Marble, sang: The Old Rugged Cross, Saved By Grace and In The Garden.

Pallbearers were Wm. Hollinger, Charles Kurtz, Orville Ruby, John Sievers, Ralph Harding and W. W. Lamb.

Interment was in the Beaver City Mount Hope Cemetery.

Wells, William Thomas (I25419)

11404

William Todd Martell, Sr., 77, of Flora passed away at 10:36 p.m. Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at the Burge House in Flora.

It was Mr. Martell's wishes for cremation and a family Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. His cremated remains will be interred at the Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs.

Martell, William 'Todd Bill' Sr. (I35757)

11405

William Vernon Ittner
June 07, 1934 - August 20, 2011

Mr. William Vernon Ittner, age 77, of Carbondale, died at 8:09 p.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. Bill's death was caused by Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.

He was born in Highland, Illinois, the son of Vernon William and Estelle Hagneur Ittner. He married Dorothy Anne "Dede" Lingle on June 24, 1961, at the First Presbyterian Church in Carbondale.

Bill is survived by his wife, Dede Ittner of Carbondale; three children, De Lou (Brian) De Jong of Sheboygan,Wisconsin, Jonathan Robert (Peggy) Ittner of Carbondale, and Kay Susanne (Brent) Newell of Carbondale; seven grandchildren; Samantha De Jong (Rodney) Nyhof, Ian De Jong, Grace De Jong, Cameron De Jong, Christian De Jong, all of Sheboygan Wisconsin, Stephen Newell of Carbondale; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother in law, Leland P. "Doc" and Dorothy Furr Lingle of Carbondale and one brother, Ted Ittner.

Bill was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Carbondale and Olney. He served as elder and usher for the church and an outreach ministry to SIU students and visitors. He proudly served in the U. S. Army from 1954 to 1956 in the Panama Canal Zone, Thirty-Third infantry; 504th Field Artillery Unit.

After his 1961 graduation from SIU, Bill began his professional involvement as a Traffic Technician for General Telephone in Illinois. (Jacksonville, Bloomington Normal, Marion and Olney) before his retirement in 1991. During this period he received his teacher certificate at Illinois State University, teaching and coaching for several years at Lexington, Illinois Jr. High School.

Mr. Ittner was very community service oriented. He was involved in Boy Scouting in Olney, the Buffalo Trace Council of Boy Scouts of America. Bill served as a Cubmaster Webelos Leader, Boy Scout Committee Member. He was an Adult Leadership Trainer.

He received the Woodbadge Training, District Award of Merit and Silver Beaver. He was a long time member of the Olney Kiwanis Club with deep interest in youth activities.

Sharing many interests with his wife, he became an associate member of the Carbondale Preservation Commission as a part of the "Carbondale Remembered" Oral History Project.

Upon retirement the Ittners returned to Carbondale where, as Life Members of the SIU Alumni Association, Bill became involved in Alumni work with the Jackson County Alumni Chapter and in a support role with the Student Alumni Council.

Mr. Ittner provided nearly a decade of tutoring services in math and science for the John A. Logan Adult Literacy Program.

Family funeral services for Mr. William Vernon Ittner will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 26, 2011 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden with Rev. Janice C. West and Rev. Brian De Jong officiating. Interment will be in the Cobden Cemetery. Friends may call after 9:00 a.m. and until the funeral hour on Friday, August 26, 2011 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden. A celebration of William's life will be planned at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the SIU Foundation Legacy Scholarships; Leland and Dorothy Lingle Memorial Scholarship; and the Presbyterian Church of Carbondale. Envelopes will be available at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden.

Ittner, William Vernon (I60969)

11406

William W. Cornwell, 78, of Vincennes route 5, died at his home at 12:30 a.m. Saturday. Surviving are the widow, Mary Cornwell, four sons, Charles, Lester and Clarence Cornwell of Vincennes, and Raymond Cornwell of East Prairie, Mo., and two daughters, Mrs. Hazel Hartsbury and Mrs Dorothy Rose of Vincennes; a sister, Mrs Nellie Bourkey of Bloomington, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. The body is at the Stocker funeral home where friends may call after 3 p.m. Sunday. Funeral services will be conducted from the Pentecostal Church at Beal at 2 p.m. Monday, Rev. Conrad McGill officiating. Burial will be in Fairview cemetery.

Cornwell, William Wesley (I5923)

11407

William W. Weagel, 91, of Sumner, formerly of Berryville, died at 10:45 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, 1988 at the Bridgeport Nursing Home.

Services will be in the Memorial Chapel of Summers Funeral Home with the Rev. James Rue presiding. Burial in the Moravian Cemetery in West Salem with Military graveside rites performed by the Olney Veterans Organizations.

Mr. Weagel was born Dec. 11, 1896 in Berryville, the son of Joseph and Louisa (Keen) Weagel. He married Elsie Hossel in March 1920. She preceded him in death in October 1931. He married Ella Hasler on Dec. 16, 1933. She preceded him in death on July 12, 1986.

He was a farmer, member of the Berryville Church of Christ and a World War I Army Veteran.

Survivors include two sons, Henry of Olney and Kenneth of Warren, Mich.; one sister, Louvre Hasler, Sumner; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter, two wives, one sister and one brother.

Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)

Weagel, William W. (I1275)

11408

William was a Pearl Harbor Survivor.

Hess, William Thomas (I25428)

11409

William was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in the Battle of the Bulge under General Patton in 1941 to 1945.

He was a member of the auxiliary Oddfellows Hall. He had a great love for music and playing his guitar, and spending time with family and loved ones.

Fulk, William R. 'Bill' Sr. (I4231)

11410

William was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He served in the Battle of the Bulge under General Patton in 1941 to 1945.

Fulk, William R. 'Bill' Sr. (I4231)

11411

William was the son of Celesta Quimby. He retired in 1984 after 35 years as a foreman at Wagner Casting and Chambers, Bering, Quinlan. He married Wilma Jones July 2, 1969.

Herald & Review April 7, 2002

Quimby, William Lee (I37209)

11412

William Wendell Wille, 44, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., died in the plane crash there Feb. 3. He was a self-employed pilot.

Memorial services will be at the Noble Cardascio Funeral Home with Bro. Gene Everett presiding.

He was born in East Alton Oct. 5, 1936 to Charles H. and Sarah Rachael (Griffin) Wille. He was in the Army.

He is survived by three sons, David, Michael, and Richard, all of Cottage Hill; a daughter Susann, Cottage Hill; a brother, Charles A. Wille, Clay City; a sister, Lois Bernice, Topeka, Kan., and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wille, Topeka.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, February, 1981.

Wille, William Wendel (I17920)

11413

William's obituary says her last name was Hitchcock.

Baldwin, Lucy M. (I32450)

11414

Willie "Bill" Neal Richards, 65, of Mattoon, passed away at 5:23 p.m. Sunday, July 10, 2011, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield.

Visitation held Wednesday at McClure Funeral Home in Taylorville. Funeral services held Wednesday at the funeral home with Reverend Seth Ventress officiating. Mr. Richards will be cremated following the funeral and interment will be held at a later date.

Mr. Richards was born February 22, 1946, in Olney, the son of Harry and Mary VanBlaracum Richards. He married Linda Murphy on June 18, 1982 in Taylorville.

He worked as a mechanic for more than 40 years and was the retired owner of Commercial Alignment in Mattoon. He served in the Army during the Vietnam conflict and was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Moose Lodge and Eagles in Mattoon. He enjoyed golfing and fishing.

Mr. Richards is survived by his wife, Linda Richards of Mattoon; stepdaughter, Corinna Hicks and her husband, Richard of Sullivan; three granddaughters; four great-grandchildren; brothers, Larry Richards and his wife, Beverly of Sullivan, Harry Lee Richards and his wife, Monica of Decatur and Ray Richards and his wife, Kathy of Taylorville and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The Olney Daily Mail, July 11, 2011

Richards, Willie Neal 'Bill' (I58656)

11415

Willis J. Payne, 56, of Whittington died Saturday, May 14, 2011, at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19, at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton with the Rev. Mark Minor officiating. Burial will be in the Ewing Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

He was born in Christopher on Nov. 6, 1954, the son of Jack and Margaret (Allaway) Payne.
He married Carrie (Gregory) on Nov. 26, 1977, and she survives.

Mr. Payne was a farmer for many years, and had been a volunteer with the Ewing-Northern Fire Department. Willis owned and operated with his family the Payne Mowing Service.

Mr. Payne is survived by his wife, Carrie Payne of Whittington; children, Lesli and Steve Spitzner of Clay City, Jim and Brandee Payne of Ewing, Jeremy Payne and fiancée Elizabeth Jeter of Benton, Jordan Payne of Whittington and Jilissa Payne of Whittington; grandchildren, Peyton and Paige Spitzner, Lane and Allee Wellen, Jaxson and Emmerson Payne, Kaitlyn Manning and Kynlee Payne; two sisters, Jeanne Cremeens and husband, Scott, of Florida, and Carolyn Anderson and husband, Bill, of Altamont; and several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Payne was preceded in death by his parents and by an aunt, Wilma Sturm.

Payne, Willis J. (I55927)

11416

Wilma Angle, 84, of Olney, died at 2:50 a.m. Sunday, December 22, 2013, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 27 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney with Reverend Father Ron Weber officiating. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, 2013 at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney and from noon-1 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will follow Mass in St. Joseph Cemetery in Stringtown.

Mrs. Angle was born August 28, 1929, in Richland County, the daughter of Edmund and Veronica (Roth) Schneider. She married Francis "Bob" Angle on November 23, 1955. He preceded her in death on December 10, 1987.

Wilma had worked at the old shoe factory and Appliance+ Store. She was registered with the Girl Scouts of America for more than 40 years. She served as a leader of two troops in Shagbark Council for more than 33 years, spending more than 6,300 hours of her life in troop meetings, teaching life skills, camping skills, and assisting girls with hundreds of badges.

Wilma served many leadership positions in Richland County, including being a basic leadership trainer, first-aid trainer, a mentor for new leaders, day camp unit leader, day camp committee member, cookie and calendar committee, and coordinator of many local and council events. She was awarded one of the highest council awards for a volunteer, "The Pride of Shagbark Council." The Belleville Diocese also awarded her the St. Anne's Medal for Girl Scout leaders. She also served as a volunteer with the Catholic Youth Group for four years, St. Joseph's Women's Guild for many years, and also volunteered with Small Treasures Day Care for 10 years. For her years of service to the Girl Scouts and devotion to her family and the community, she was named Woman of the Year for Richland County. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney.

Wilma is survived by a son, Jeffrey J. Angle and wife Teresa J., of Fairfield; daughter, Renee M. Angle, of Olney; daughter, Kristi J. Crawford and husband Tony, of Olney; grandchildren, Jordan Angle, of Columbus, Ohio, Kacie Crawford, of Olney, and Courtney Crawford, of Olney; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, special friend, Lucky Redman, sisters, Alberta Zuber, Ann Harms, Marcella Schneider, Rozella Richey, and Aldelphia Weiler, and brothers, Cletus, Eustace, Carl and Eugene Schneider.

Online condolences may be left at www.summerskistler.com.
Memorials may be made to Richland County Girl Scouts or St. Joseph Foundation Trust.

Olney Daily Mail (IL)

Schneider, Wilma Jean (I51454)

11417

Wilma Ann Laird, age 79, of Clay City, IL, passed away at 11:30 am, Monday, December 31, 2012, at her home in Clay City, IL.

Wilma was born July 15, 1933 in Clay City, IL, the daughter of Earl "Duck" and Mildred (Holmes) Franklin. She was united in marriage with Raleigh Laird.

Wilma was a member of the Mount Zion Church and enjoyed her time as a homemaker.

She is survived by mother, Mildred Franklin; daughter, Debbie Tibbs; son, Edward Neil Wyatt; sister, Dorthy Mitchell; brother, Richard Earl Franklin; half sisters, Lynn Dorman, Karen Miller, and Tawanne White; grandchildren, Candra Allen, Blake Moore, Josh Wyatt and Jonas Wyatt; and eight great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, Earl "Duck" Franklin; husband, Raleigh Laird; infant son, Terry Ellis; half brother, Billie White; sister, Mabel Sharp; and two grandchildren.

Arrangements are being handled by J.W. Neal Funeral Home in Louisville, IL and cremation rites will be accorded.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Franklin, Wilma Ann (I6122)

11418

Franklin, Wilma Ann (I6122)

11419

Wilma J. Goss was born January 20, 1935, in Olney, the daughter of Walter and Nellie Wingert Ditch. She was married April 30, 1955, to Loren Keith Goss. He preceded her in death on May 27, 1993.
Wilma sold Avon for over 30 years. She worked as a cook at East Richland Middle School, and she was a superb homemaker and cook. Mrs. Goss was a loving wife and mother. She attended First Baptist Church in Olney, then later became a member of Antioch Christian Church. Wilma enjoyed church functions and spending time with friends and family.
Mrs. Goss is survived by a son, Mark Goss and wife Carla; daughter, Debra Martin and husband Lee; brother, Alva Ditch; sister, Bea Bander; great-nephew, Larry Bander, to whom she and Loren opened their home and hearts; stepgrandsons, Jeremy and Shawn Flanagan and their families; and several nieces, nephews, and loving friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers, Delbert, Shelby, Paul Hershel, and Everette Lee Ditch, and one sister, Freda Garvin Jordan.
Memorials may be made to the Aspen Wing at Burgin Manor Nursing Home, 900 E. Scott Ave., Olney.
Online condolences may be left at www.summers-kistler.com.

Complete obituary published in Olney Daily Mail - 03.12.2014

Ditch, Wilma Jean (I56811)

11420

Wilma Jean Keortge, 75, of Olney, died at 5:10 a.m. Monday, May 5, 2008, at Richland Care & Rehab in Olney.

Hinderliter, Wilma Jean (I37919)

11421

Wilma L. McDowell, 81, of Olney, died at 3:15 a..m. Wednesday, September 14, 2011, at VNA Plus Homecare and Hospice in Evansville, Ind.

Visitation will be held from noon-1 p.m. Monday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Reverend Rich Elliott officiating. Burial will be in Haven Hill Memorial Gardens in Olney.

Mrs. McDowell was born August 16, 1930, in Wayne County, the daughter of John and Amy (Lomas) Thomas. She married Robert G. McDowell in 1980. He preceded her in death on January 23, 2009.

She had worked as a nurse's aide.

Mrs. McDowell is survived by her brother, John Thomas, of Olney; brother, Darrell Thomas, of Neoga; sister, Shirley Greenwood, of Olney; sister, Maxine Snyder, of Olney; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Amy Thomas; husband, Robert G.. McDowell; and two sisters.

Memorials may be made to VNA Plus Homecare and Hospice.

Thomas, Wilma L. (I33930)

11422

Wilma Lena Sharp, 93, of Clay City, died at 9:15 p.m. Wednesday, September 15, 2010, at Clay County Hospital.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Rev. Mike Smith officiating.

Mrs. Sharp was born on September 21, 1916, the daughter of James Stratton and Emma Mae (Likens). She married Roy Edward Sharp on November 4, 1933. He preceded her in death on August 28, 2000.

She was a housewife and member of Mt. Pulaski United Methodist Church.

Mrs. Sharp is survived by her son, Bill Sharp, of Van, Texas; son, Robert Sharp and his wife, Dorothy, of Cadiz, Ky.; daughter, Thelma Fry, of Clay City; son, Eugene Sharp and his wife, Evelyn, of Springfield, Mo.; daughter, Dorothy Browning and her husband, Aubrey, of Monticello; daughter, Marcella Ellis and her husband, Arthur ìJr,î of Creve Coeur; daughter, Phyllis Muse and her husband, Gary, of Cisco; daughter, Carolyn Sue Snyder and her husband, Steve, of Bloomington; son, James Sharp and his wife, Marcie, of Queen Creek, Ariz.; son, Jackie Sharp and his wife, Linda, of Xenia; daughter, Debra Nix and her husband, Don, of Salem; son, Thomas Sharp and his wife, Karla, of Golden Gate; 44 grandchildren, 61 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Kenneth Roy Sharp, grandsons, Jason and Christopher, sons-in-law, Jack Vannote and Dale Fry, daughter-in-law, Phyllis Sharp, great-granddaughter, Dessie Sharp, seven brothers and five sisters.

Memorials may be made to Flora Rehab and Healthcare Center.

Stratton, Wilma Lena (I13243)

11423

Wilma Lou Lybarger was born on May 18, 1925 in Clay County, Illinois, the daughter of Elza and Grace (Brown) Lutz.

She married Alfred Joseph Lybarger on November 14, 1944 in Tuscola, IL. He preceded her in death on January 27, 2013.

Wilma was a homemaker and a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Wendelin.

She is survived by her son, Robert Lybarger of Salem, IL; son, Myron Lybarger and wife, Joyce of Dundas, IL; son, John Lybarger and wife, Diann of Saint Marie, IL; daughter, Linda Kocher and husband, Keith of Claremont, IL; son, David Lybarger and wife, Cindy of Nashville, TN; daughter, Louise Lybarger and partner, Louis Gassmann of Newton, IL; son, Paul Lybarger and wife, Elizabeth of Wendelin, IL; sisters, Dorothea Pringle of Clay City, IL; Berneta Weiler of Clay City, IL and Lorene Mayden of Godfrey, IL; 16 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren as well as several nieces & nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter-in-law, Susan, and two sisters, Evelyn Lutz and Ninetta Wilson.

Olney Daily Mail, IL

Lutz, Wilma Lou (I36549)

11424

Wilma M. Allen, 66, Fort Meade, Fla. and formerly of Clay City, died Sunday morning at St. Petersburg General Hosptial in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Services will be in the Cardascio Funeral Home in Clay City. Burial will be in Clay City Cemetery.

Mrs. Allen was born Aug. 9, 1915 in Sesser, the daughter of William and Alberta (Bidwell) Isaacs. She married Arthur A. Allen July 31, 1933 and he survives.

She was a member of Clay City Christian Church; a Past Noble Grand, and past district president of Venus Rebekah Lodge in Clay City. She and her husband were publishers of the Clay City Advocate from 1943 to 1970.

Other survivors include two daughters, Lois Strange, Fairfield; Crystal Koller, Marietta, Ga.; a sister, Mrs. Allene Agnesi, Fort Meade, Fla.; four grandchildren;
and a great-grandchild.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, November 8, 1981.

Isaacs, Wilma (I29125)

11425

Wilma Mae Craig, 87, of Newman passed away on Monday (Feb. 11, 2013) at the Champaign County Nursing Home, Urbana.

She was born Feb. 1, 1926 in Douglas County, the daughter of Opal and Charles Wilcoxon. She married Rex Craig on Feb. 13, 1946 in Newman. He preceded her in death on Nov. 18, 1989. A son, Charles Edward Craig passed away on Jan. 12, 2009.

Surviving are her son, Gary L. (Myrna) Craig; a daughter-in-law, Marcia Craig; five grandchildren, Tami Craig-Schilling (Rodney), Cori (Amanda) Craig, Amy (Aaron) Dufelmeier, Ryan (Meghan) Craig and Hilary (Roger) Whitt; 10 great-grandchildren, Taylor Walton, Lane Schilling, Maddie, Malorie, Sammie and Cayden Craig, Austin and Alex Dufelmeier, Brady and Dylan Craig; one step-great-granddaughter, Breck (Justin) Kramper; two sisters, Virginia Gallion and Marilyn (Ronnie) Mohr; two brothers, Hugh (Katie) Wilcoxon and Mack (Elaine) Wilcoxon; two sisters-in-law, Hazel Demeris and Inez Goddard and many nieces and nephews.

Wilcoxon, Wilma Mae (I29904)

11426

Wilma Smith Colclasure, 82, of Jacksonville, died Thursday evening, April 24, 2008, at her residence.

Smith, Wilma Mae (I11417)

11427

Wilma was a member of Zif Baptist Church, Zif Township, Wayne County, Illinois

Pierce, Wilma Fern (I18206)

11428

WILSON - - RALPH, age 28 years, husband of Elnora Wilson, father of Caroline Sue Wilson, son of Mrs. Bernice Wilson of Clay City, Ill.; brother of Charles N. and Robert Wilson of Chicago, Ill.; Jack, Eldon and Richard Wilson of Clay City, Ill.; Mrs. Gerald Ross of Clay City, Il.; Mrs. Mildred Finn of Newton, Ill.; Mary F. Wilson of Indianapolis, Maxine and Martha Jean Wilson of Memphis, Tenn.; grandson of Mrs. Fanner Tolliver of Indianapolis, nephew of Doris Tolliver of Indianapolis, passed away . Funeral services Saturday p.m. from the E. E. Easley Funeral Home of Clay City, Ill. Burial Clay City, Ill.

The_Indianapolis_Star_1946_06_08_Page_18

Wilson, Ralph Spencer (I17152)

11429

Winfred died at his residence.

Herdes, Lawrence Winfred (I12505)

11430

Winfred Herdes, 77, of Clay City, died February 18, 2000, at his residence in Clay City.

Mr. Herdes was born September 11, 1922 in Clay County, the son of James and Jennie Lee Herdes. He married Eva Schnautz September 8, 1945, in Flora. He was a retired farmer.

Surviving are his wife; three sons, Roger, Richard, and Alan Herdes; two sisters, Iva Gaskin and Mildred Flannagan; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother.

Graveside services were held at the Clay City Cemetery. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

(Published Clay County Advocate-Press)

Herdes, Lawrence Winfred (I12505)

11431

Winona Pearl Leak, age 66, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Axiom Health Care in Flora.

She was born October 9, 1958, at home in Clay City, the daughter of Virgil and Evelyn (Mitchell) Gray Young. She married Tom Leak on October 15, 2005, at Bloom Baptist Church.

Pearl graduated from Flora High School and later moved to Texas, working at various hospitals around Waco. After returning to Flora, she was employed for more than twenty years as an X-ray Technician at St. Anthonys Memorial Hospital in Effingham.

She loved reading true crime novels and watching documentaries, especially about deadly women. Tom often teased her that he slept with one eye open, joking that one day something from those shows might click.

After her cancer diagnosis, Pearl continued working while undergoing treatments. Eventually, the long hours and commute became too much, and she retired in September 2023. In retirement, she looked forward to dinner dates with former co-workers, family, and friends, and most of all, she cherished time with her beloved granddaughter, MaKenna, playing games and creating arts and crafts together.

She is survived by her husband: Tom Leak of Flora; children: Brian Dulaney, Aaron Dulaney, Dustin Brown, Guy Brown, Jackie Richardson, and Virgil Brown; grandchildren: Matthew Dulaney and MaKenna Dulaney; siblings: Kathy Moton, Donna Young, Nova Lantis, Linda Pruitt, Charolette Young, and Everett Young; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

During her final months, when she was bedfast, Pearl was deeply grateful for the outpouring of support from family and friends especially from her sister Donna and her son Brian, who lovingly took turns caring for her each day.

Private family services will be held. Interment will take place in Kneff Cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora

Young, Winona Pearl (I2042)

11432

With 1 year and near 2 months prior service, enlisted in the Regular Army on January 12, 1946 while stationed in Korea. Returned to the states for 6 months, then reassigned to and served as an Automotive Mechanic (military occupational specialty of 014) with the 42nd Engineer Battalion engaged in the occupation of Japan. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on July 7, 1947 at Camp Stoneman, California. Earned The Good Conduct Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and the Army Of Occupation Medal (Japan).

This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.

Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2202370

Later served as a Sergeant, in the United States Army during the Korean War.

Colclasure, Opal Wayne (I13294)

11433

With 1 year, 4 months and 27 days of prior service, re-enlisted in the Corps of Engineers while stationed in Japan on January 30, 1946. Served with the 443rd Engineers Base Depot Company as a General Carpenter (Military Occupational Specialty 050). Earned The American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, WWII Victory Medal and The Army Of Occupation (Japan) Medal. Honorably discharged as a Private First Class on April 4, 1947 at The Separation Center, Camp Beale, California.

(This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.)

Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2106983

Baird, Vaughn (I43127)

11434

With 4 years, 1 month, and 6 days prior army service, reentered active service as a 37 year-old draftee on July 28, 1943 at Chicago, Illinois. Selected for service with the Medical Department, attended cooking course, and qualified in the military occupational specialty of Cook's Helper (MOS 521). Assigned to and served with the 1802nd Service Command Unit, Borden General Hospital, Chickasha, Oklahoma. Honorably discharged with a certificate of disability as a Private First Class on February 16, 1945 at same station. Earned the American Campaign Medal and the WWII Victory Medal.

This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2298239

Settles, John E. (I17729)

11435

With 4 years, 6 months and 17 days prior service in the Navy, entered active service as a draftee on November 6, 1942 at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Selected for the Medical Department and trained in the Military Occupational Specialty of Dental Laboratory Technician (067). Assigned to and served with The Medical Department Detachment at Fitzsimmons General Hospital, Denver, Colorado. Honorably discharged as a Private First Class on May 15, 1945 at that station. Earned The American Campaign Medal and The WWII Victory Medal.

(This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.)

Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2106968

Bennett, Cressie Beryl (I43199)

11436

With 6 months and 12 days prior army service, enlisted in the Regular Army and entered active service on December 14, 1945. With the military occupational specialty of Auto Mechanic (014), assigned to and served with Service Battery, 39th Field Artillery Battalion, in the American Theater of Operations. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on November 26, 1946 at the Separation Point, Camp Campbell, Kentucky. Earned the American Campaign Medal and the WWII Victory Medal.

This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2185808

Cook, Dewey Edward (I26712)

11437

With 6 months prior service, enlisted in the Regular Army on July 22, 1946 at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and returned to active duty as a member of the Detached Enlisted Men's List (DRML) Service Branch. Having previously served as a Clerk-Typist, he re-qualified in the Military Occupational Specialty of Topographic Draftsman (076) and served with the 7001st Army Service Unit Detachment 1. Honorably discharged as a Technician 4th Grade on August 21, 1947 at Fort Myers, Virginia. Earned The American Campaign Medal and The WWII Victory Medal.

(This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.)

Source: https://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2115802

Bright, Lennie G. (I43257)

11438

With 6 months, 18 days prior service in the Enlisted Reserve Corps, entered active service as a draftee on March 2, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Completed basic training, selected for duty with the Ordnance Corps, attended the Sheet Metal Workers Service School at Stockton, California, and qualified in the military occupational specialty of that trade (MOS 201). Departed the Continental U.S. on February 26, 1943 bound for the Pacific Theater of Operations. Assigned to and served with the 3415th Ordnance Company, 69th Ordnance Battalion, in the southern Philippine Islands and Luzon Campaigns. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on December 15, 1945 at the Separation Center, Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. Earned The Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with 2 bronze battle stars, WWII Victory Medal, and The Philippine Liberation Medal.

Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2280740

Stanley, Cyrus Nelson (I40338)

11439

With 6 months, 5 days of prior service in 1940, recalled to active duty again on August 13, 1942 at East Saint Louis, Illinois, as a draftee. Assigned to Battery D, 54th Anti-Aircraft Training Battalion, Anti-Aircraft Replacement Training Center, at Camp Callan, California. Honorably discharged as a Private on October 30, 1942 (just short of his 32nd birthday) at same station. Earned The American Defense Service Medal and The WWII Victory Medal for service during the periods of eligibility.

(This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.)

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2282218

Payne, Lowell 'Spoonie' (I35724)

11440

With 6 months, 5 days, of prior service, enlisted in the regular army, ordnance corps, and entered active service on December 12, 1945 at Fort Ord, California. Qualified in the military occupational specialty of mail clerk (mos 056). Departed thhe continental U.S. on February 5, 1946 bound for the European Theater of Operations. Assigned to and served with the 560th Ordnance Truck Maintenance Company engaged in the occupation of Germany. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on December 26, 1946 at the Separation Center, Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Earned the WWII Victory Medal and The Army of Occupation Medal (Germany).

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2283262

Pickens, Merwin E. (I35633)

11441

With a degree in physical education and biology, he entered the Navy on March 1, 1945. He was trained as a Hospital Apprentice at the Great Lakes Training Center and the San Diego Naval Hospital. After training, he was stationed at the Memphis Naval Hospital working in surgery. As a citizen, he loved serving the Navy and as an athlete, he enjoyed participating in official Navy baseball and basketball programs over the span of his tour of duty. Discharged as a Hospital Apprentice 2nd Class on April 4, 1946.

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=916644

Schack, Frank Fairfowl Jr. (I26940)

11442

With her husband, she owned and operated Watson's Market in Clay City, was a member of the Clay City United Methodist Church and was active in the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Chaffin, Ollie Mae (I20410)

11443

With prior service in Company I, 53rd Infantry Regiment, from January 22, 1941 through October 16, 1941, recalled to active duty from the enlisted reserve corps on February 7, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Qualified in the military occupational specialty of Automatic Rifleman (mos 746). Departed the Continental U.S. on June 18, 1942 bound for the Pacific Theater of Operations where he participated in the Aleutian Islands Campaign with unknown units. Returned stateside on March 23, 1944 where he was assigned to and served with Company C, 195th Infantry Training Battalion, at Camp Blanding, Florida. Honorably discharged as a Technician Fourth Grade on October 6, 1945 at same station. Earned the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with 1 bronze battle star, and the WWII Victory Medal.

This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2282330

Payne, Robert R. 'Bob' (I10394)

11444

With prior service in the Reserve, enlisted and entered active service with the Coast Artillery Corps in the Regular Army. Completed army specialized training reserve program (basic engineering) and army specialized training program (electrical engineering). Served stateside with 22nd Company, Separation Center, War Department Personnel Center, Fort Dix, New Jersey. Honorably discharged as a Sergeant on February 22, 1947, same station. Earned the WWII Victory Medal.

This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2109728

Bissey, Ira Dale (I18254)

11445

With prior service, enlisted as a Fireman Second Class on September 27, 1942 at the Navy Recruiting Station, Saint Louis, Missouri. Assigned for further training to Naval Construction Battalion, Naval Construction Training Center, Naval Construcuction Base, Norfolk, Virginia. Reassigned to and served with the 3rd Special Construction Battalion and then the Advance Base Receiving Barracks, Advance Base Depot, Port Hueneme, California. Honorably discharged as a Fireman First Class on June 26, 1945 at the Naval Personnel Redistribution Center, Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois. Earned the American Campaign Medal and the WWII Victory Medal.

Source: http://wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2186876

Gill, Joseph Robert 'Joe' (I27228)

11446

With six months and 18 days prior service as a draftee, enlisted in the Regular Army, Ordnance Corps, on February 3, 1942 at Fort Sheridan, Illinois. Previously completed basic training and qualified in the military occupational specialty of Automotive Mechanic (014). Departed the Continental U.S. on September 9, 1944 and served with the 909th Ordnance (Heavy Automotive Maintenance) Company in the Northern France Campaign and as a second echelon facility through war's end in Europe. Earned the Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, American Campaign Medal, European-American-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one bronze battle star and the WWII Victory Medal. Honorably discharged as a Technician 3rd Grade on November 17, 1945 at the Separation Center, Fort Sheridan, Illinois.

This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission.

Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=2021327

Wilson, Harry Denver (I2158)

11447

With the advent of the Civil War, he took up the cause of the South. In all probability he took part in the battle of Gettysberg. He served well and was honorably discharged at the close of the war.

(Nicholas B. Leonard was in 63 Virginia Infantry (McMahon's Regiment) Company B on the Confederate side.
File Number M382 roll 33.)

Leonard, Nicholas Barger (I34667)

11448

With these dates (birth and marriage) Nancy would have only been 7 years old when she married Allen Jackson. Was she born in 1861 instead of 1871?

Lucus, Nancy Jane (I5786)

11449

Wm COX, well known here, died suddenly of heart disease at his home in Scotland last Friday.

Cox, William Jefferson (I19849)

11450

Wm COX, well known here, died suddenly of heart disease at his home in Scotland last Friday. He lived here several years ago and was successful in moving heavy machinery and buildings.

Cox, William Jefferson (I19849)

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