Notes: Carl Wayne Gray Genealogies

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1351	Carl was injured in a farming accident in the early 1950's when a John Deere tractor ran over one leg.	Gray, Carl Lester (I4)
1352	Carl Wayne Gray and Homer Fagan while both were attending basic training with the U.S. Army at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri in June 1966.	Fagan, Homer (I530)
1353	Carl William Weaver, age 82 of Gulfport, Illinois, died at 11:45 a.m. Saturday January 16, 2010 at his home.	Weaver, Carl William 'Billie' (I18522)
1354	Carl William Weaver, age 82 of Gulfport, Illinois, died at 11:45 a.m. Saturday January 16, 2010 at his home. He was born February 10, 1927 in Olney, Illinois, the son of Carl B. and Ruby R. Hunley Weaver. Mr. Weaver served in the United States Navy from 1944 until 1967. Following his military career, he worked at the Iowa Army Ammunitions Plant in Middletown, Iowa for a short time, and later worked in road construction. He was a member of the former Carman Masonic Lodge, and a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Flora, Illinois. Survivors include one brother - David (Linda) Weaver of Gladstone, IL., one nephew- David Weaver II, and one great nephew- David Weaver III, both of Gladstone. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be from noon until 1:45 p.m. Thursday January 21, 2010 in the Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst, followed by a graveside service with military rites at 2:00 p.m. in the Carman Cemetery, Carman, Illinois. Rev. Kendall Hetrick will officiate. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com Banks & Beals Funeral Home	Weaver, Carl William 'Billie' (I18522)
1355	Carla Jean Colclasure, age 64, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at her home. She was born December 13, 1960, in Olney, the daughter of Carl Warren and Martha Ann (Shehorn) Hildebrand. Carla dedicated 32 years of her life to working at HELLA Electronics in Flora. She was known for her sweet spirit and generous heartalways willing to help anyone in need. Carla cherished time spent with family and friends, especially when gathered around the table for board games or card nights. She loved nurturing flowers and plants, often inspiring others to share in her passion. She was a wonderful cook, with her legendary buffalo dip and peanut butter pie earning a place at every family gathering. Above all, Carla was a proud and loving mother and grandmother. She never missed a chance to share stories about her children and grandchildren, whom she adored beyond measure. Kind, devoted, and sincerely genuine, Carla touched many lives with her warmth and will be fondly remembered and deeply missed. She is survived by a son: Shane (Brooks) Colclasure of Moline; a daughter: Samantha Colclasure of Flora; 5 grandchildren: Teagan, Peighton, Addysen, and Karla Rae Colclasure, all of Silvis, along with their mother, Vanessa Colclasure; and Kiera Waite of Decatur; a brother: James Hildebrand of Flora; an aunt: Cinda Hildebrand of Clay City; a cousin: Candra Hildebrand of Albuquerque, New Mexico; 2 nieces: Kiana Bullock and Violet Bullock, both of Mascoutah; and 4 nephews: J.C. Bullock and Darian Bullock, both of Mascoutah, and Justin Hildebrand and Jarrad Hildebrand, both of Flora. She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers: Michael Hildebrand and Jeffrey W. Hildebrand; a sister: Julie Bullock; and a brother-in-law: James Bullock. A memorial visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Girl Scout Building in Charley Brown Park, Flora. Private interment will take place at a later date in Smith Cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with final expenses, and these will be accepted through the funeral home.	Hildebrand, Carla Jean (I21915)
1356	Carla Sue (Luke) Ready January 15, 1952 January 6, 2023 Sand Springs, OK Carla was born January 15, 1952, in Tulsa, OK, to Floyd Vance Luke and Bessie Elizabeth (Jenkins) Luke. She passed away January 6, 2023, in Tulsa, OK. She is a graduate of McLain Senior High School. She was retired; however, she had worked as a convenience store manager and a waitress throughout her life. Carla was an avid Star Trek fan and a fan of old movies and television series such as the Beverly Hillbillies and the Andy Griffith Show. She was a woman with simple needs and big love for her friends, family and Jesus. Carla never met a stranger and made you feel like you were a friend. She battled heart disease for many years and used her many stays in the hospital to witness about "her" Jesus, and she called this her "mission field". Carla was an avid animal lover and would take in any animal in need and nurse it back to health. In years past, when her health allowed it, she worked diligently with the ASPCA and Animal Aid of Tulsa, often housing animals in need in her home until they could be adopted out. She is survived by her children, whom she loved with all her being, Corey Juby and wife, Courtney of Hobe Sound, FL & Vail, CO, Rebecca Jolley and husband, Billy of Thomson Station, TN, Christopher Werner and wife, Tiffany, of Gulfport, MS, and Shedrick Herbert Iland, II, of the home; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; 6 step-grandchildren; siblings, Dee Ann Allen and husband, Kent of Blocker, OK, and Charles Luke and wife, Carmen of Weatherford TX; numerous much loved nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Lee Ready; her parents, Floyd and Bessie Luke; and older brother, Stephen Gregory Luke. Memorial donations in Carla's memory may be made to your local animal shelter. Funeral services for Carla Sue (Luke) Ready, 70, of Sand Springs, OK, were held Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Chapel in Sperry, OK. Pastor Eli Gardner and Charles "Chuck" Luke officiated, and burial was in Rest Haven Cemetery in Sperry, OK. Casket bearers were Randy Jenkins, John Trickett, Joe Finn, Wesley Allen, Stephen Allen, and Corbin Werner. Honorary Casket bearers were Rick Christianson, Bill Snider, Sr., Ronald Conn, Sr., and Linda Saunders Davis. Arrangements and services were entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, Sperry. Online condolences to the family can be made at johnsonsperry.com.	Luke, Carla Sue (I393)
1357	Carlen William Ferguson died at the Clay County Hospital, Flora, Il. He was born March 17, 1910 in Clay County to Ernest & Dessie Eskew Ferguson. He was a heavy equipment operator in construciton. He married Gladys Stanford and she survives. He is also survived by sons Robert W. and Tommy Ferguson; three daughters Ruth Cavins, Sarah Ferguson, & Joy Ferguson. He was preceded in death by one son, a brother, and his parents. Services were held at the John T. Frank Funeral Home with burial in Elmwood Cemetery.	Ferguson, Carlen William (I41876)
1358	Carlene Grogan Neff BIRTH 2 Apr 1932 Winslow, Pike County, Indiana, USA DEATH 20 Jun 2014 (aged 82) Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA BURIAL Elmwood Cemetery Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA MEMORIAL ID 131719608 · View Source MEMORIAL PHOTOS 1 FLOWERS 2 Carlene Neff, age 82, of Flora, Illinois passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at her home in Flora. Carlene was born April 2, 1932 in Winslow, Indiana to Carl and Virginia (Bartrum) Grogan. She married David R. Neff on June 17, 1950 in Flora. He preceded her in death on January 8, 1997. Carlene worked at the shoe factory, first attended E.U.B. and later First Church of God, and was a member of the Eagles and VFW Auxiliary. In addition to raising her family, Carlene also raised and took care of her grandchildren and enjoyed sewing and embroidery. Carlene is survived by her children: Tarena Sylvia Hayes, Annettta Dorine Brooks (husband Shannon), Dana Tilden (Kambi) Neff; five grandchildren: Amy (Donnie) Rogers, Ashley (Chris) Dawkins, Marshall (fiancé Tabitha) Enyart, Kiana Neff, Noah Neff; six great-grandchildren: Isabella Rogers, Jarod Sons, Brooke Rogers, Quadden Rogers, Azure Dawkins, Koby Dawkins; siblings: A.V. (Mary) Grogan, Ben Grogan, Roberta "Bertie" George; son-in-law: Jim Dunigan; sister-in-law: Kathryn Grogan; special friends including Joyce Watson, Della Deain, and Chris Osborn; along with many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by five sisters (Lorena Sullivan, Faun Harned, Frieda McKee, Pearletta Behnke, Muda Sullivan), three brothers (Bill, Jack, and Alan Grogan), and infant twin siblings and a sister. The funeral service for Carlene Neff was held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with interment following in Elmwood Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with expenses.	Grogan, Carlene (I17201)
1359	Carlisle News November 12, 1915 Page 2 John Ferguson a well known and highly respected farmer of Haddon township, died at his home west of town Friday afternoon, November 5th, after a weeks illness with erysipelas. His death came as a shock to his family and to a large circle of friends and acquaintances. Mr. Ferguson was one of the few men whose every acquaintance almost was a friend. The deceased was a son of Thomas and Elizabeth Ferguson and was born at Lovett, Jennings county, Indiana, January 6th, 1850, being at the time of death 65 years, 9 months, and 29 days of age. He was united in marriage to Rachel Long at Flora, Illinois, on June 21, 1870, and to this union were born three children, one daughter and two sons. The deceased had been a resident of Haddon township for many years and was one of the big melon farmers of the township. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, having joined that order at Paris Crossing, Indiana, thirty two years ago and at the time of his death was a member of Carlisle Lodge No. 50. I. O. O. F. About five years ago Mr. Ferguson injured an eye and it became necessary that the injured member be removed, and since its removal his health was never so good as before this happened. The deceased is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Charles Hart, one son, Wm. T. Ferguson, of Carlisle, four grandchildren, two brothers, W. H. Ferguson, of Lovett, Indiana, and Jasper R. Ferguson, of Rumsey, California, and one half brother, James R. Ferguson, of Lovett. The funeral services were in charge of Carlisle Lodge No. 50. I. O. O. F., and after ritualistic services at the home and at the grave, interment was made in the I. O. O. F. cemetery.	Ferguson, John (I52802)
1360	Carman "C. L." Harrison, 87, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Helia Healthcare in Olney. He was born on October 4, 1930 in Clay City, IL, the son of William and Mary (Patridge) Harrison. He married Phoebe (Thomas) on October 4, 2004 in Olney, IL. She survives him. C. L. served in the US Air Force and served in Korea. He worked as a heavy equipment operator. C. L. was a member of the American Legion, VFW, and the Eagles. He loved to ride motorcycles and got into woodworking when he retired. He also loved to hunt and fish. He loved dogs, especially Lizzy. C. L. loved his family and will be missed by all who knew him. C. L. is survived by his wife, Phoebe; daughter, Deb Henman of Olney; son, Leroy Harrison of Olney; son, Gerald (Beverly) Harrison of Olney; daughter, Carolyn (Joe) Holloway of Flora; daughter, Pam (Matt) Craig of Dundas; son, Les (Tammy) Harrison of Olney; son, David Harrison of Florida; step-son, Jerry Tucker of Olney; step-daughter, Tasha (Matt) Legg of Olney; 24 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Terri Page, 4 sisters, and 3 brothers, and 1 grandson. Memorials can be made to the Olney VFW. A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, October 8, 2018 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney with burial following in Haven Hill Cemetery. Full Military Rites will be performed at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home. Cremation Rites to be accorded following visitation.	Harrison, Carman 'C. L.' (I21062)
1361	Carmen R. Totten, 74, of Olney, died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at Crestview Nursing Home in Vincennes, Ind. Mrs. Totten was born on June 9, 1934, in Flat Rock, the daughter of Orval and Lucille (Whitson) Sechrest. She married Lee Totten on June 15, 1952. He survives. She worked many years in food service and was manager at Aircall Communications. She was a member of Antioch Church. Mrs. Totten is survived by her husband of 56 years, Lee Totten; son, Frank Totten and his wife, Peggy; son, Bob Totten and his wife, Karen; son, Steve Totten and his wife, Cindy; daughter, Lisa Totten; daughter, Debbie Amerman and her husband, Fred; sister, Beverly Weiler; grandchildren, Bobby, Josh and Rusty Totten, Tami Engel, Dakota Amerman and Madison Chevalier; twelve great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; several nieces and nephews; and special family friend, Becky Thomas. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dwight Sechrest; grandsons, Tim and Jim Totten; and nephew, Leroy Totten. Services were held at Antioch Christian church. Burial was in Olive Branch Cemetery. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney was in charge. Memorials to Antioch Christian Church or Hospice of Southeastern Illinois. Published Olney Daily Mail.	Sechrest, Carmen Raydell (I9160)
1362	Carmen R. Totten, 74, of Olney, died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at Crestview Nursing Home in Vincennes, Ind.	Sechrest, Carmen Raydell (I9160)
1363	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Living (I729)
1364	Carmon Earl Payne, 87, of Clay City, died at 6:44 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2008, at his residence. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Saturday at Clay City Baptist Church. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the church with Rev. Brad Harris officiating. Burial will be in Clay City Cemetery with full military rites performed by Clay City veterans. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Payne was born April 17, 1921, in Clay City, the son of Abner and Lillie Mae (Yauch) Payne. He married Doris Coulter on October 30, 1940. He worked for Gulf Oil Company and later Pure Oil Company. He also owned and operated the Phillips 66 station in Clay City for many years. He worked for the Village of Clay City as superintendent of utilities for 28 years. In his retirement, Earl enjoyed camping, golfing, hunting and fishing. He was an avid sports fan. He was a member of Clay City Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon. He was also a U.S. Army veteran, a member of American Legion, and past member of Clay City Lions Club. Mr. Payne is survived by his wife, Doris Payne, of Clay City; daughter, Marjorie Eckel and her husband, Dale, of Davisville, W.V.; son, Gary Payne and his wife, Jane, of Kinmundy; grandchildren, Matthew, Zachary and Krystal; step-grandchildren, Danielle, April and Kandi; great-grandchildren, Brandon and Blake; and step-great-grandchildren, Sierra and Victoria. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; two brothers; and one grandson, Bryan Eckelberry. Memorials may be made to Clay City Baptist Church. Published Olney Daily Mail.	Payne, Carmon Earl (I231)
1365	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Living (I501)
1366	Carol C. Whittington was born on May 9, 1935, the daughter of Andrew & Fanny (Camp) Milligan. She married Bobby Leroy Whittington on July 9, 1960. She was a homemaker and member of the Olney Southern Baptist Church. Surviving are her husband Bob, daughter, Sandra Pinkston of LaHarpe, IL and Susan Stephenson of Canton, IL. Also surviving her is a brother, Andrew Milligan of Toms River, NJ and sisters, Judith Hughes and Merle Sluka both of Neptune NJ, and 5 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Janet Lee.	Milligan, Carol C. (I61047)
1367	Carol E. Fore, 63, of Clay City, IL died at 5:00 AM Sunday, December 13, 2009 at her home in Clay City.	Earp, Carol Earlene (I25690)
1368	Carol Faye Nail, 73, of Clay City, IL, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born on February 20, 1944, in Skiatook, OK. Carol was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Clay City and a former member of the Rebekah Lodge. Before her retirement, she worked 19 years for General Telephone Company of Olney, 10 years at Q-Circuit and Sparton Manufacturing of Flora. She was immensely proud of her two nieces and of her great niece and great nephew. She especially treasured all the road trips and yard sale experiences with her dear friend Sandy Baylor. Carol is survived by her brother Kenneth and his wife Mary Nail of Granite City, IL; Niece, Heather (Pastor Ben) Towell of Greenfield, IL; Niece, Holly (Martin) Clark of Granite City, IL; Great-niece, Abigail Towell and great-nephew Aaron Clark, along with several cousins and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Helen (George) Nail.	Nail, Carol Faye (I54475)
1369	Carol Ina Brown, 46, 801 North Ave., was found dead at her home Friday morning July 23, 1982, apparently of natural causes. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Summers Funeral Home with Revs. Lowell McDowell and Bill Rennels presiding. Burial is in Greenhill Cemetery. She was born in Minonk, Nov. 28, 1935 to Everett Vernon and Inez (Fulk) Burgin. She married Hugh LeRoy Brown Sept. 27, 1961. He preceded her in death on May 10, 1973. She was a dietician at the Burgin Nursing Home. She is survived by four sons, Kevin, Korea; William, John and Christie, all of Olney; two brothers, Warren and Gary Burgin, both of Olney; four sisters, Una Tarpley, Alice Coldwell and Diana Beasley, all of Olney, and Mary Hendricks, Cisne; a step-sister, Marjorie York, Peoria; mother and step-father, Inez and Doyle McKinney, Olney; a grandson, financee, Don Ellis, Flora; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. She was preceded in death by a brother, Everett Jr. From obituary in The Olney Daily Mail.	Burgin, Carol Ina (I8730)
1370	Carol Joyce was mentally challenged and lived with her sister Mary. She was a laborer and a member of the North Freedom Church.	Murray, Carol Joyce (I9436)
1371	Carol previously worked for Spartan Manufacaturing in Flora and was a member of Olney Eagles.	Earp, Carol Earlene (I25690)
1372	Carole was a native of Sailor Springs, born and raised. Both her parents' families have had roots in Clay County since the 1800s, and Carole's father (and his father before him) established his medical practice in Sailor Springs. What changes this doctor's daughter has seen in her home town! Carole attended teacher's college and taught for a period at Clay City High School. She cared for her mother at her end of life and developed a bond that was precious to them both. Her family and friends are comforted that they are together again. Her quick wit and ready laugh will be missed.	Shore, Carole Sue (I35535)
1373	Carolina Feldweg, daughter of Carl and Henrieta Feldweg was born in Wertenberg, Germany, Feb. 12, 1845, died at Bible Grove, IL. Nov. 8, 1914 aged 69 years, 8 months, 26 days. She married A Louis Oder, October 30, 1868, sailing shortly after for the United States living in New York a short time then to St. Louis. In 1870 they moved to a farm near Clay City, Illinois then to Olney, IL in 1906. Five children: Selma M., Carl H., Henrietta C., Clara L., and Albert L. Albert died in 1893 and Selma M. Holman in 1902. Her husband, one son Carl H. of Fairfield, IL and daughter Henrietta C. Curtwright of Bible Grove survive. Burial was in Clay City Cemetery.	Feldweg, Caroline (I22801)
1374	Caroline Shriner was the daughter of Peter Shriner & Leah Dunkle. She was born in Ohio and died in Clay County, Illinois. Caroline married Joel H. Sage April 6, 1843 in Athens County, Ohio. There are ten children of Joel & Caroline. After the death of her husband, Joel, Caroline married George Bull May 5, 1864 in Vinton County, Ohio & had a daughter, Helen E. Bull. After George's death in 1872, she married a third time to Jacob Ullom September 2, 1873 in Vinton County, Ohio. Caroline & Jacob's daughter, Jofannie "Fannie" (Sage) Allender is also buried in this cemetery & her daughter, Helen, lived with Fannie after Caroline's death.	Shriner, Caroline (I29139)
1375	Caroline Tungate, age 87, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Wednesday evening, December 12, 2018, at her home. She was born August 2, 1931, in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Maynard James and Estella O. (Cox) Bergen. She was united in marriage to Eldon "Cotton" Tungate on December 31, 1949, in Louisville and they shared 63 years, 3 months, and 4 days of marriage until his death April 4, 2013. Caroline's early life was spent in Iowa before moving to Clay County, Illinois, where she began a lifetime of working years which spanned from her teens until she reached age 79. She had been employed at Sears, First National Bank as a bookkeeper, and beginning in the mid-1970's she joined Dr. John Jaycox in his optometry practice while eventually earning a certified optician designation, and later continuing on with Dr. Scott Wooley. She had been an active member of Faith Lutheran Church, and enjoyed being part of the Sewing Club and the Garden Club. Caroline and Cotton enjoyed spending time out dancing and opportunities to travel over the years, and she opened her home and caring heart for many when she shared good meals, lots of laughter and smiles, and genuine gladness for special moments that she could spend with her family and friends. She is survived by a son: Mark (wife Sherri) Tungate of Flora; a daughter: Nancy (husband Chuck) Buchanan of Flora; 6 grandchildren: Aaron (wife Valisa) Tungate of Fort Worth, Texas, Adam (wife Carrie) Tungate of Lubbock, Texas, Allison (husband Greg) Mikulecky of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Paige Tungate of Kirkwood, Missouri, Kristen (husband Cole) Duke of Flora, and Zach (wife Lauren) Buchanan of Flora; 13 great-grandchildren: Luke, Ben, Vayle, Ally, Branson, Ella, Imani, Patrick, and Kalip Tungate, Eli and Elise Duke, and Genevieve and Dominic Buchanan; a brother-in-law: Mike Walters of New Providence, Iowa; several nieces and nephews; a special friend: Loren Workman of Cottage Hills; and a host of devoted friends who helped care for her this past year. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her son: Randy (wife Pam) Tungate; her sister: Judy Walters; and her mother-in-law: Marie Tungate. A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 17, 2018, at Faith Lutheran Church in Flora. Interment will follow in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville. Visitation is 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora and 9 until 10 a.m. Monday at the church. Memorial donations are suggested to Clay County Hospice or CEFS Meals on Wheels and will be accepted through the funeral home.	Bergen, Caroline (I56035)
1376	Carolyn D. Kermicle, 86, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital. Carolyn was born on March 30, 1937 in Jasper County, IL, the daughter of Merritt D. and Evelyn B. (McDowell) Semple. She married Paul Kermicle on December 30, 1956 at Mt. Gilead Church. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2021. Carolyn was very passionate about her faith, family and home. She was a founding member of Faith Bible Church and faithfully attended. She loved playing piano and even performed in her final years for the caregivers who stayed with her and great grandchildren who would visit. She loved gospel music and enjoyed attending Gospel concerts with her husband and friends. On many Sundays, the family would gather at Carolyn's house for lunch where everyone would enjoy her famous dinner rolls and excellent meals. She also had a feisty wit about her that kept everyone on their toes! Finally, Carolyn and her family were so thankful for the wonderful caregivers who took care of her at home and provided companionship during the difficult time after the loss of her husband. They were truly angels to all of us! Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Paul of 63 years and her twin sister Shirley J. (Semple) Snider. Carolyn is survived by her son, John Kermicle and wife Tineke of Olney, IL; daughter, Ruth Brazitis and husband Gary of Noblesville, IN; son, David Kermicle and wife Tammy of Dundas, IL; grandchildren, Taylor (Emily) Kermicle, Kate (Matt) Jones, Madalyn (Mitchell) Schonert, Nicholas Brazitis, Michael Brazitis, Christina Kermicle, Keith (Chelsea) Kermicle, and Kevin Kermicle; great grandchildren, Brayden, Rowen, Myles, Nora, Sullivan, Bode, Maelyn; and several nieces and nephews. A visitation for Carolyn will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney. Services will also be at Kistler-Patterson on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 10:00 am with interment to follow the service at Crest Haven Memorial Park in Claremont, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Faith Bible Church or the Alzheimers Association.	Semple, Carolyn D. (I17715)
1377	Carolyn D. Pierce, 83, Clay City, Illinois, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2012 at Ozark Riverview Manor, Ozark, Missouri. She was born March 22, 1929 in Savannah, Georgia, the daughter of the late Stephen M. and Hazel G. (Brewer) Tillman. She was united in marriage in 1954 to Raymond N. Pierce. He preceded her in death in 1990. Carolyn was a member of the Belleview Methodist Church. She worked in clerical and secretarial positions for a bank and hospital and later for an insurance office and sawmill and desk clerk for a local motel. She was known affectionately as Maude" to oilfield workers in the 1970's and 80's for relaying information via CB radio before the cell phone era. She did enroll and complete Auctioneer school in Iowa. She enjoyed music, going to local dances, watching television and western movies and extending birthday wishes to family and friends. She is survived by a son, Clay Pierce and his wife Rene, Ozark, MO; a daughter, Carol Jan Fildes, Port Richey, FL; a brother, Thomas Tillman, Charlotte, NC; a sister, Mary Jane Balford, Eva, AL; a granddaughter, Nicole Pierce, Monett, MO; several nieces, nephews and many friends. J.D.Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville, MO	Tillman, Carolyn D. 'Maude' (I23569)
1378	Carolyn Gail Easley McKee, 77, of Charleston, IL died Oct. 15, 2011 at Gowin Parc in Mattoon. Mrs. McKee was born October 27, 1933 in Clay City, the daughter of Gale H. and Doris H. Bones Easley. She married Donald L. McKee, they were married 56 years. She was a graduate of Eastern Illinois University and began her teaching career in the Petersburg and Athens school districts. She was later employed by Oakland and Kansas school districts until her retirement in 1989. She loved animals of all kinds, was a gifted gardener, a gourmet cook, an avid bridge player, and an excellent seamtress. She enjoyed entertaining family and friends. Survivors include her husband; a son, Kevin; a daughter, Cheryl McKee; three granddaughters; and a brother, Gerald Easley. In accordance with her wishes, her body was cremated. Private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or Alzheimer's Association. Adams Funeral Home was in charge. (Published Hometown Journal)	Easley, Carolyn Gail (I22937)
1379	Carolyn J. Foster, 64, of Flora, IL formerly Clay City, died December 4, 2006, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana. Mrs. Foster was born July 24, 1942 in Clay City, the daughter of Clayson C. and Helen E. Scammahorn Rudder. She married John Foster, Sr. July 7, 1974 in Johnsonville and he preceded her in death November 26, 2004. She was a homemaker and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Flora. She was a big Elvis fan, and enjoyed taking care of animals, sewing, knitting and crocheting. Survivors include a son, John Foster, Jr. Preceding her in death were her parents and husband. Funeral services were held at Frank and Bright Funeral Home in Flora with burial in Smith Cemetery in rural Sailor Springs. (Published Hometown Journal)	Rudder, Carolyn J. (I20277)
1380	Carolyn S. Hurd, 68, of Flora, IL died at 6:22 AM, Saturday, February 16, 2008 at her residence. Carolyn was born August 6, 1939 to Lyle & Ina (McKinney) Stanley in Sailor Springs, IL. She married James E. Hurd on November 5, 1956 in Flora, IL. He preceded her in death on March 21, 2003. Carolyn worked as an Obstetrics Technician for 17 years at the Clay County Hospital, after which, she worked as a CNA at the Flora Pavillion for 27 years, until her retirement. Carolyn is survived by 3 daughters: Dana (Carl) Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Tina (Bill) Wilke of Louisville, IL, Lisa Peck of Flora, IL; 10 grandchildren: Daniel (Lindsay) Hurd of Carterville, IL, Ian Hurd of Iuka, IL, Edward Hurd of Iuka, IL, Erin Hurd of Iuka, IL, Rodney E. Franklin of Flora, IL, Kyle Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Dustin Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Jason Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Rikki (Mike) Holding of Taylorville, IL, Ashley Belcher of Flora, IL; 4 Great Grandchildren: Alexis Holding of Taylorville, IL, Ashton Cruse of Taylorville, IL, Aayden Cruse of Taylorville, IL, Alexander Smith of Flora, IL; and 1 sister Barbara (Don) Hamilton of Flora, IL. Carolyn was preceded by her parents, husband, two sons: Jeffrey and Philip Hurd, a grandchild: Caleb Lewis, and a great grandchild: Alyssa Holding. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at 10:30 AM at the Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora, IL. Friends may call from 6-8 PM, Monday, February 18, 2008 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Clay County Hospice and may be received at the funeral home.	Stanley, Carolyn S. (I41019)
1381	Carolyn Sue Abner, age 69, of Flora, IL passed away at her home on Thursday, November 7, 2013. Carolyn was born February 19, 1944 in Clay County, IL to Harold and Emily (Phillips) Erwin. She married Tom Abner on June 25, 1965 at First Christian Church in Flora. Carolyn's life centered around family and had a joy-filled spirit when she was with her family and friends. Carolyn liked arts and crafts, loved pets, and enjoyed nature and being outdoors doing things like mushroom hunting. She was a member of First Christian Church of Flora. Carolyn is survived by her husband Tom Abner of Flora; three children: Randy Abner (Erica) of Flora, Michelle Pietz (Kenny) of Taylorsville, KY, Jason Abner (Patti) of Los Angeles, CA; and eight grandchildren: Jordan (Josh) Kessler, Gage Cobb, Donovan Cobb, Echoe Abner, Elsie Abner, Justin and Adam Pietz, Alexis Abner, and one expected grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Donnie Erwin. The funeral service for Carolyn Abner will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 11, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will be in Floral Garden of Memories, Flora. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. The family has requested that memorials be made to First Christian Church or Clay County Cancer Crusaders and will be accepted at the funeral home.	Erwin, Carolyn Sue (I51091)
1382	Carolyn Sue Bare, 74, of Olney, passed away at 12:29 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday in the Chapel of Stasi-Grove Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at First Assembly of God Church in Olney with Reverend Paul Goss officiating. Carolyn was born September 13, 1937, in Olney, the daughter of James Wilson Black and Blanche Eunice (Thomas) Black. She married Donald "Don" Bare. She was a member of First Assembly of God in Olney involved in Women's Ministries and church organist. She helped start the Parents and Friends of Handicap Organization, she was a community volunteer with handicapped and a caregiver for elderly and handicapped. Carolyn worked as a Line Type Operator at the newspaper for 17 years, along with several other jobs over her life's span. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Carolyn is survived by her husband, Don, of Olney; daughter, Lori Hundley, of Olney; brothers Jim Black and his wife, Lynda, of Nashville, Tenn., and Bill Black and his wife, Earlene, of Olney; and grandson, Matt Hundley, of Olney. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Blanche Black, and her son, Kevin Bare. Memorials may be made to First Assembly of God Church. Olney Daily Mail (IL) May 24, 2012	Black, Carolyn Sue (I52574)
1383	Carolyn Sue Gill, 84, of Ridge Farm, passed away at 9:55am, Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on July 26, 1936, in Clay County, Illinois the daughter of Carrell and Iva {Herdes} Gaskin. She was united in marriage to James Gill on December 19, 1953 in Flora, IL. He will miss her dearly. She will also be missed by her children, Rick Gill of Avon, IN, Steve (Hyong) Gill of Brighton, TN, Terri (Leon) Compton of Westville; her grandchildren, Nick Gill, Jim Gill, Mike Gill, Savannah Gill, Garrett Black, & Cassidy Spesard; her 10 great grandchildren; and her sister, Sondra Phillips. She was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Brenda Gill. Carolyn's family was her life and when her grandchildren came into her life, she cherished each of them. She was known to many as outgoing and everyone she met loved her. She will be remembered by all who knew and loved her. The family would like to extend a special thank you to her Hospice Nurse, Cassie. A Graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at Clay City Cemetery, Clay City, Illinois. Her family has entrusted her arrangements to Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Georgetown, Illinois 200 E. West St. Georgetown, Illinois 61846. Memorial donations may be given in her name to Lincolnland Hospice of Sarah Bush Lincoln. Please join her family in sharing memories through her Tribute Wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.	Gaskin, Carolyn Sue (I25158)
1384	Carpenters Mate Second Class, Seebees, U.S. Navy, World War II, Pacific Theater. Seabees construction at Pearl Harbor Naval Air Base 29 and Johnston Island 1943-1946. Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=1397098	Pflaum, Frank Edward (I554)
1385	Carrell Ray Scammahorn July 5, 1942 July 18, 2025 Carrell Ray Scammahorn, age 83, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born July 5, 1942, in Sailor Springs, Illinois, the son of John and Reba (Breth) Scammahorn. He married his loving wife, Grace Scammahorn on February 14, 1984, who predeceased him on June 18, 2010. Carrell retired from Dowell Schlumberger after almost 30 years. He also worked for Transfreight. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, swinging on the front porch, and playing with his grandkids. Carrells surviving family includes 3 children and 8 grandchildren: Jeff (Lucy) Scammahorn of Carmel, Indiana, and their children Kerri, Veeda, and Vanna; Troy (Lisa) Scammahorn of Painesville, Ohio, and their children Derek (Kaitlyn) and Austen (Morgan); and Julie (Bryan) Vianco of Athens, Alabama and their children Kate, Jacob and Emma; 2 stepchildren and 5 step-grandchildren: Dr. Jason (Jill) Gillihan of Town and Country, Missouri and their children Andrew, Isabel and Vera; and Mandy (Pete) Stoltz of Hanson, Kentucky and their children Isaac and Mackenzie. Surviving brother and sister-in-law: Robert and Jill Scammahorn of Chebanse, Illinois. Preceding in death were his parents, wife, and 2 grandsons: Devin and Casey Scammahorn. To honor his wishes and memory, there will be a private gathering for family.	?, Grace (I58169)
1386	Carrie Ann was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, sewing and gardening. She attended Zif Baptist Church; was secretary of American Legion Auxiliary for years at Clay City and was a member of VFW Auxiliary at Olney for years.	Hosselton, Carrie Ann (I19519)
1387	Carrie B. Hanna, 82, of Noble, passed away about 5 p.m. Wednesday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Beula Sager in the Glenwood area.	Wood, Carrie B. (I19260)
1388	Carrie Herrin, 98, of Olney, died at 3:10 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2011, at Burgin Manor in Olney. Funeral services at Cornerstone Community Church in Noble with Dr. Berton Heleine officiating. Burial in Maple Dale Cemetery in Olney. Mrs. Herrin was born December 12, 1912, in Noble, the daughter of Arvey and Minnie Harris. She married Charles Herrin in 1931. He preceded her in death. She worked at The Holiday in Olney and cleaned houses and was a member of Cornerstone Community Church. She loved planting and taking care of her beautiful flowers. Prior to June, Carrie resided at Fox River Apartments and leaves many wonderful friends there. Carrie's wonderful smile will be missed by everyone; she was loved by all. Mrs. Herrin is survived by her daughter, Ruth Esders and her husband, Willie, of Parkersburg; daughter, Bonnie Wandrei and her husband, Carl, of Elizabethtown, Ky.; granddaughters, Debbie Horton and her husband, Jim, of Berne, Ind.; Wendy Simpson and her husband, Rusty, of Decatur; grandson, Carl Wandrei Jr. and his wife, Ida, Saudi Arabia; niece, Jeannie Westall, of Olney; great-grandchildren, Colton, Nathan, Phillip, Quentin, Sabrina, Steve and Timmy; and special friends, Patty and Kathy Harris, of Newton. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister, Bessie Brooks, and brother, Carl (Bud) Harris. Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Harris, Carrie Lavada (I28181)
1389	Carrie Herrin, 98, of Olney, died at 3:10 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2011, at Burgin Manor in Olney.	Harris, Carrie Lavada (I28181)
1390	Carrie Margaret (Patterson) McDowell is the wife of Clifford Andy McDowell, and the mother of seven children. Margaret McDowell, 88, of Olney, formerly of Noble and Clay City, died at 7:16 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2003, at \|Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind. Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with Brother John Spears officiating. Burial will be in Hanna Cemetery in rural Noble. Mrs. McDowell was born on March 8, 1915, in Richland (County, the daughter of James and Dorothy (Nash) Patterson. She married Clifford McDowell in 1931. He preceded her in death in 1977. \|She was a homemaker. Mrs. McDowell is survived by a son, George McDowell of Noble; two daughters, Ruthann Hazel, of Mt. Erie, and Christine Guyer, of Minooka; a brother, John Patterson, of (Olney; two sisters, Elise Taylor, of Olney, and Dorothy Finnigan, of Clay City; and 10 grandchildren, 17 greatgrandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, Orville and Burt, and three sons, Galen, Merial and Paul Eugene. The Olney (IL) Daily Mail, May 2003	Patterson, Carrie Margaret (I111)
1391	Carrie Pauline Rodgers, age 85, of Flora, IL passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at her home in Flora. Pauline was born September 14, 1927 in Zenith, IL to Herbert and Vina (Brown) Jones. She married Stanley D. Rodgers on March 25, 1951 in Flora. He preceded her in death on January 4, 2009. She was a homemaker and a member of the Flora Church of the Nazarene. Pauline took care of babysitting many children along with her grandbabies over the years. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by her children: Linda Cammon, Karen Cartnal, Mary Lou Rodgers, Stanley D. "Bud" Rodgers II, and Robert Alan Rodgers; a brother: Bernard Talbert; along with nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers (Frank Jones, Howard Jones, Charles Jones, Fermin Bennett), and a sister (Nadine Dagg). The funeral service for Pauline was held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment followed in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Xenia. The family has requested that memorials may be made to the child Foundation (Children's Interstitial Lung Disease).	Jones, Carrie Pauline (I44537)
1392	Carrie Pixley Kesterson was the daughter of William and Mary Jane Pixley. She was born in September, 1888. She died as a result of a tragic accident June 6, 1938 in Sailor Springs. Mr. Kesterson had been cultivating in the field when he was summoned by Mrs. Kesterson who needed him at home. When he arrived he tied the team of horses to the garden fence and for some unknown reason the team suddenly broke away from the fence and circled the barn lot. Mrs. Kesterson was standing in front of a parked auto for protection from the runaways when the team, dragging the cultivator, swung it around striking the rear of the car and pulling it up over her. The car struck the victim, she fell with her limbs being forced up between the axle and springs, her body twisted as she suffered what would prove to be fatal injuries. At her death, she was survived by her husband, Clove; the children, Leroy Kesterson and Thelma Kesterson Spencer. She had brothers Harry C., Joseph, and Harvey and sisters Stella, Bertha, and Lida. The Pixley family is one of the long standing families in Clay County. William's father, Jobe Pixley and his wife, Elizabeth are shown in the 1860 Clay County Census. They were farmers as were their son, and his son in law, Clove Kesterson.	Pixley, Carrie M. (I21733)
1393	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Living (I2367)
1394	Carrie's obituary says she was born in 1894, the 1900 census says she was born in Jul 1892	Payne, Carrie Helen B. (I1570)
1395	Carrol L. "Pappy" Rinehart, Sr., 91, passed away at 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2014, in Chester Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.	Rinehart, Carrol Lee 'Pappy' Sr. (I34269)
1396	Carrol Lee Colclasure, age 78, formerly of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Friday morning, May 31, 2019, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon. He was born January 30, 1941, in Flora, the son of Ivan H. and Vera Leona (McCommons) Colclasure. Carrol was a barber throughout his life, and worked in Florida before later operating Pirates Den in Flora. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Music was his real lifelong love, and he was a bassist with a number of groups including Easy Country and Calico Country, and he often collaborated with other area musicians at the Bible Grove Opry. He is survived by a daughter: Tannille Weller of Centralia; three granddaughters: Rhana Weller, Inanna Weller, and India Weller; a soon-to-arrive great-grandson; and a sister: Karen (Roy) Young of Flora. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons: Greg Colclasure and Britt Colclasure; and a brother: Ivan Bruce A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Kneff Cemetery, Flora, where military funeral honors will be presented. Visitation will be 12 noon until the time of service at the funeral home.	Colclasure, Carrol Lee (I45820)
1397	Carrol Lee Frutiger, 91, of Clay City, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Clay County Hospital. Carrol was born on October 3, 1932 in Clay County, Illinois, the son of Everett and Vida (Clinton) Frutiger. He married Helen (Williamson) on February 4, 1956 at Bethel Church in Richland County, Illinois, and she survives. Carrol was a farmer first and primarily. He later began his position as a Clay City School bus driver for 20 years, and he was a Clay County 4-H leader for 19 years. He also had a passion for tractors and antique tractors. Carrol is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen, of Clay City; daughter, Debra (Tim) Galloway, of Millersburg, IN; son, Farron (Donna) Frutiger of Louisville, IL; son, Dennis (Paula) Frutiger Xenia, IL; son, Troy (Sara) Frutiger of Clay City, IL; 17 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one great grandson, Bodey Galloway. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City, with a visitation will beginning at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will follow the service at Smith Cemetery in rural Clay City, with full Military Rites to be performed at the cemetery by Clay City Sailor Springs American Legion Post #230. Memorials can be made to Clay City Sailor Springs American Legion Post #230, Smith Cemetery, or Bethlehem Christian Church in Clay City.	Frutiger, Carrol L. (I40636)
1398	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Living (I7075)
1399	Carroll Dale Stanley, age 14, son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Stanley, Sr., of 704 Brown Street, died Friday morning at 11 o'clock at the family home following a several days illness of pneumonia. He was born in Richland county, Illinois, on October 21, 1924, and came to Valparaiso with his parents in 1937. Young Stanley carried a paper route for the South Bend Tribune, and was popular among a large circle of friends. Surviving are the parents, one brother, Russell, Jr., and three sisters, Dorothy, Naomi Lea and Juanita. Memorial services were held this afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the LePell Funeral Home on Monroe Street. The body will be taken to Clay City, Ill., for burial. Vidette-Messenger of Porter County 15 April 1939, Sat. - Page 2	Stanley, Carroll Dale (I31886)
1400	Carroll David Murbarger, 66, Clay City, died in the afternoon Wednesday, September 23, 1987 in his home. Services in the Hosselton-Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home in Clay City with Rev. Ron Linder presiding. Burial in Clay City Cemetery. Mr. Murbarger was born Sept. 5, 1921 in Clay County the son of David and Bertha (Patridge) Murbarger. He married Marjorie Benskin Sept. 29, 1950 in Wayne County. He was retired from AMF/Roadmaster after 17 years. He was a World War II veteran and a member of the Clay City American Legion. Survivors include his wife, Marjorie; a son, Parvin Murbarger of Clay City; three daughters, Mrs. David (Deanna) Benson of Hanover Park, Sharon Williams of Flora and Eunice Murbarger of Kirkwood, Mo.; four brothers, Rolla Murbarger of Bethalto, Shelby Murbarger of Effingham, Eath Murbarger of Clay City and Neal Murbarger of Ingraham; two sisters, Mrs. Cecil Staser and Maxine Tibbs, both of Clay City; and four grandchildren. Mr. Murbarger was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and a sister. Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)obit courtesy of NanC (#47346368)	Murbarger, Carroll David (I18293)

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Carl was injured in a farming accident in the early 1950's when a John Deere tractor ran over one leg.

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Carl Wayne Gray and Homer Fagan while both were attending basic training with the U.S. Army at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri in June 1966.

Fagan, Homer (I530)

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Carl William Weaver, age 82 of Gulfport, Illinois, died at 11:45 a.m. Saturday January 16, 2010 at his home.

Weaver, Carl William 'Billie' (I18522)

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Carl William Weaver, age 82 of Gulfport, Illinois, died at 11:45 a.m. Saturday January 16, 2010 at his home. He was born February 10, 1927 in Olney, Illinois, the son of Carl B. and Ruby R. Hunley Weaver.

Mr. Weaver served in the United States Navy from 1944 until 1967. Following his military career, he worked at the Iowa Army Ammunitions Plant in Middletown, Iowa for a short time, and later worked in road construction. He was a member of the former Carman Masonic Lodge, and a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Flora, Illinois.

Survivors include one brother - David (Linda) Weaver of Gladstone, IL., one nephew- David Weaver II, and one great nephew- David Weaver III, both of Gladstone. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be from noon until 1:45 p.m. Thursday January 21, 2010 in the Banks & Beals Funeral Home in Stronghurst, followed by a graveside service with military rites at 2:00 p.m. in the Carman Cemetery, Carman, Illinois. Rev. Kendall Hetrick will officiate. Condolences may be left at banksandbeals.com
Banks & Beals Funeral Home

Weaver, Carl William 'Billie' (I18522)

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Carla Jean Colclasure, age 64, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, at her home.

She was born December 13, 1960, in Olney, the daughter of Carl Warren and Martha Ann (Shehorn) Hildebrand.

Carla dedicated 32 years of her life to working at HELLA Electronics in Flora. She was known for her sweet spirit and generous heartalways willing to help anyone in need. Carla cherished time spent with family and friends, especially when gathered around the table for board games or card nights. She loved nurturing flowers and plants, often inspiring others to share in her passion. She was a wonderful cook, with her legendary buffalo dip and peanut butter pie earning a place at every family gathering. Above all, Carla was a proud and loving mother and grandmother. She never missed a chance to share stories about her children and grandchildren, whom she adored beyond measure. Kind, devoted, and sincerely genuine, Carla touched many lives with her warmth and will be fondly remembered and deeply missed.

She is survived by a son: Shane (Brooks) Colclasure of Moline; a daughter: Samantha Colclasure of Flora; 5 grandchildren: Teagan, Peighton, Addysen, and Karla Rae Colclasure, all of Silvis, along with their mother, Vanessa Colclasure; and Kiera Waite of Decatur; a brother: James Hildebrand of Flora; an aunt: Cinda Hildebrand of Clay City; a cousin: Candra Hildebrand of Albuquerque, New Mexico; 2 nieces: Kiana Bullock and Violet Bullock, both of Mascoutah; and 4 nephews: J.C. Bullock and Darian Bullock, both of Mascoutah, and Justin Hildebrand and Jarrad Hildebrand, both of Flora.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers: Michael Hildebrand and Jeffrey W. Hildebrand; a sister: Julie Bullock; and a brother-in-law: James Bullock.

A memorial visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Girl Scout Building in Charley Brown Park, Flora. Private interment will take place at a later date in Smith Cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with final expenses, and these will be accepted through the funeral home.

Hildebrand, Carla Jean (I21915)

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Carla Sue (Luke) Ready
January 15, 1952 January 6, 2023
Sand Springs, OK

Carla was born January 15, 1952, in Tulsa, OK, to Floyd Vance Luke and Bessie Elizabeth (Jenkins) Luke. She passed away January 6, 2023, in Tulsa, OK.

She is a graduate of McLain Senior High School. She was retired; however, she had worked as a convenience store manager and a waitress throughout her life. Carla was an avid Star Trek fan and a fan of old movies and television series such as the Beverly Hillbillies and the Andy Griffith Show. She was a woman with simple needs and big love for her friends, family and Jesus.

Carla never met a stranger and made you feel like you were a friend. She battled heart disease for many years and used her many stays in the hospital to witness about "her" Jesus, and she called this her "mission field". Carla was an avid animal lover and would take in any animal in need and nurse it back to health. In years past, when her health allowed it, she worked diligently with the ASPCA and Animal Aid of Tulsa, often housing animals in need in her home until they could be adopted out.

She is survived by her children, whom she loved with all her being, Corey Juby and wife, Courtney of Hobe Sound, FL & Vail, CO, Rebecca Jolley and husband, Billy of Thomson Station, TN, Christopher Werner and wife, Tiffany, of Gulfport, MS, and Shedrick Herbert Iland, II, of the home; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; 6 step-grandchildren; siblings, Dee Ann Allen and husband, Kent of Blocker, OK, and Charles Luke and wife, Carmen of Weatherford TX; numerous much loved nieces, nephews, and cousins; and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Lee Ready; her parents, Floyd and Bessie Luke; and older brother, Stephen Gregory Luke.

Memorial donations in Carla's memory may be made to your local animal shelter.

Funeral services for Carla Sue (Luke) Ready, 70, of Sand Springs, OK, were held Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Chapel in Sperry, OK. Pastor Eli Gardner and Charles "Chuck" Luke officiated, and burial was in Rest Haven Cemetery in Sperry, OK. Casket bearers were Randy Jenkins, John Trickett, Joe Finn, Wesley Allen, Stephen Allen, and Corbin Werner. Honorary Casket bearers were Rick Christianson, Bill Snider, Sr., Ronald Conn, Sr., and Linda Saunders Davis.

Arrangements and services were entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, Sperry.

Online condolences to the family can be made at johnsonsperry.com.

Luke, Carla Sue (I393)

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Carlen William Ferguson died at the Clay County Hospital, Flora, Il.

He was born March 17, 1910 in Clay County to Ernest & Dessie Eskew Ferguson.

He was a heavy equipment operator in construciton. He married Gladys Stanford and she survives.

He is also survived by sons Robert W. and Tommy Ferguson; three daughters Ruth Cavins, Sarah Ferguson, & Joy Ferguson.

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

Services were held at the John T. Frank Funeral Home with burial in Elmwood Cemetery.

Ferguson, Carlen William (I41876)

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Carlene Grogan Neff
BIRTH
2 Apr 1932
Winslow, Pike County, Indiana, USA
DEATH
20 Jun 2014 (aged 82)
Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA
BURIAL
Elmwood Cemetery
Flora, Clay County, Illinois, USA
MEMORIAL ID
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Carlene Neff, age 82, of Flora, Illinois passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at her home in Flora.

Carlene was born April 2, 1932 in Winslow, Indiana to Carl and Virginia (Bartrum) Grogan. She married David R. Neff on June 17, 1950 in Flora. He preceded her in death on January 8, 1997.

Carlene worked at the shoe factory, first attended E.U.B. and later First Church of God, and was a member of the Eagles and VFW Auxiliary. In addition to raising her family, Carlene also raised and took care of her grandchildren and enjoyed sewing and embroidery.

Carlene is survived by her children: Tarena Sylvia Hayes, Annettta Dorine Brooks (husband Shannon), Dana Tilden (Kambi) Neff; five grandchildren: Amy (Donnie) Rogers, Ashley (Chris) Dawkins, Marshall (fiancé Tabitha) Enyart, Kiana Neff, Noah Neff; six great-grandchildren: Isabella Rogers, Jarod Sons, Brooke Rogers, Quadden Rogers, Azure Dawkins, Koby Dawkins; siblings: A.V. (Mary) Grogan, Ben Grogan, Roberta "Bertie" George; son-in-law: Jim Dunigan; sister-in-law: Kathryn Grogan; special friends including Joyce Watson, Della Deain, and Chris Osborn; along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by five sisters (Lorena Sullivan, Faun Harned, Frieda McKee, Pearletta Behnke, Muda Sullivan), three brothers (Bill, Jack, and Alan Grogan), and infant twin siblings and a sister.

The funeral service for Carlene Neff was held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with interment following in Elmwood Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the family to assist with expenses.

Grogan, Carlene (I17201)

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Carlisle News
November 12, 1915
Page 2

John Ferguson a well known and highly respected farmer of Haddon township, died at his home west of town Friday afternoon, November 5th, after a weeks illness with erysipelas. His death came as a shock to his family and to a large circle of friends and acquaintances. Mr. Ferguson was one of the few men whose every acquaintance almost was a friend.

The deceased was a son of Thomas and Elizabeth Ferguson and was born at Lovett, Jennings county, Indiana, January 6th, 1850, being at the time of death 65 years, 9 months, and 29 days of age. He was united in marriage to Rachel Long at Flora, Illinois, on June 21, 1870, and to this union were born three children, one daughter and two sons. The deceased had been a resident of Haddon township for many years and was one of the big melon farmers of the township. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, having joined that order at Paris Crossing, Indiana, thirty two years ago and at the time of his death was a member of Carlisle Lodge No. 50. I. O. O. F.

About five years ago Mr. Ferguson injured an eye and it became necessary that the injured member be removed, and since its removal his health was never so good as before this happened.

The deceased is survived by his wife, one daughter, Mrs. Charles Hart, one son, Wm. T. Ferguson, of Carlisle, four grandchildren, two brothers, W. H. Ferguson, of Lovett, Indiana, and Jasper R. Ferguson, of Rumsey, California, and one half brother, James R. Ferguson, of Lovett.

The funeral services were in charge of Carlisle Lodge No. 50. I. O. O. F., and after ritualistic services at the home and at the grave, interment was made in the I. O. O. F. cemetery.

Ferguson, John (I52802)

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Carman "C. L." Harrison, 87, of Olney, passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Helia Healthcare in Olney.

He was born on October 4, 1930 in Clay City, IL, the son of William and Mary (Patridge) Harrison.

He married Phoebe (Thomas) on October 4, 2004 in Olney, IL. She survives him.

C. L. served in the US Air Force and served in Korea. He worked as a heavy equipment operator. C. L. was a member of the American Legion, VFW, and the Eagles. He loved to ride motorcycles and got into woodworking when he retired. He also loved to hunt and fish. He loved dogs, especially Lizzy. C. L. loved his family and will be missed by all who knew him.

C. L. is survived by his wife, Phoebe; daughter, Deb Henman of Olney; son, Leroy Harrison of Olney; son, Gerald (Beverly) Harrison of Olney; daughter, Carolyn (Joe) Holloway of Flora; daughter, Pam (Matt) Craig of Dundas; son, Les (Tammy) Harrison of Olney; son, David Harrison of Florida; step-son, Jerry Tucker of Olney; step-daughter, Tasha (Matt) Legg of Olney; 24 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Terri Page, 4 sisters, and 3 brothers, and 1 grandson.

Memorials can be made to the Olney VFW.

A visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, October 8, 2018 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney with burial following in Haven Hill Cemetery. Full Military Rites will be performed at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home. Cremation Rites to be accorded following visitation.

Harrison, Carman 'C. L.' (I21062)

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Carmen R. Totten, 74, of Olney, died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at Crestview Nursing Home in Vincennes, Ind.

Mrs. Totten was born on June 9, 1934, in Flat Rock, the daughter of Orval and Lucille (Whitson) Sechrest. She married Lee Totten on June 15, 1952. He survives.

She worked many years in food service and was manager at Aircall Communications. She was a member of Antioch Church.

Mrs. Totten is survived by her husband of 56 years, Lee Totten; son, Frank Totten and his wife, Peggy; son, Bob Totten and his wife, Karen; son, Steve Totten and his wife, Cindy; daughter, Lisa Totten; daughter, Debbie Amerman and her husband, Fred; sister, Beverly Weiler; grandchildren, Bobby, Josh and Rusty Totten, Tami Engel, Dakota Amerman and Madison Chevalier; twelve great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; several nieces and nephews; and special family friend, Becky Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dwight Sechrest; grandsons, Tim and Jim Totten; and nephew, Leroy Totten.

Services were held at Antioch Christian church.

Burial was in Olive Branch Cemetery.

Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney was in charge.

Memorials to Antioch Christian Church or Hospice of Southeastern Illinois.

Published Olney Daily Mail.

Sechrest, Carmen Raydell (I9160)

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Carmen R. Totten, 74, of Olney, died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2009, at Crestview Nursing Home in Vincennes, Ind.

Sechrest, Carmen Raydell (I9160)

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Living (I729)

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Carmon Earl Payne, 87, of Clay City, died at 6:44 a.m. Tuesday, December 16, 2008, at his residence.

Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m. Saturday at Clay City Baptist Church. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the church with Rev. Brad Harris officiating. Burial will be in Clay City Cemetery with full military rites performed by Clay City veterans. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Payne was born April 17, 1921, in Clay City, the son of Abner and Lillie Mae (Yauch) Payne. He married Doris Coulter on October 30, 1940.

He worked for Gulf Oil Company and later Pure Oil Company. He also owned and operated the Phillips 66 station in Clay City for many years. He worked for the Village of Clay City as superintendent of utilities for 28 years. In his retirement, Earl enjoyed camping, golfing, hunting and fishing. He was an avid sports fan. He was a member of Clay City Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon. He was also a U.S. Army veteran, a member of American Legion, and past member of Clay City Lions Club.

Mr. Payne is survived by his wife, Doris Payne, of Clay City; daughter, Marjorie Eckel and her husband, Dale, of Davisville, W.V.; son, Gary Payne and his wife, Jane, of Kinmundy; grandchildren, Matthew, Zachary and Krystal; step-grandchildren, Danielle, April and Kandi; great-grandchildren, Brandon and Blake; and step-great-grandchildren, Sierra and Victoria.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; two brothers; and one grandson, Bryan Eckelberry.

Memorials may be made to Clay City Baptist Church.

Published Olney Daily Mail.

Payne, Carmon Earl (I231)

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Living (I501)

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Carol C. Whittington was born on May 9, 1935, the daughter of Andrew & Fanny (Camp) Milligan. She married Bobby Leroy Whittington on July 9, 1960.

She was a homemaker and member of the Olney Southern Baptist Church.

Surviving are her husband Bob, daughter, Sandra Pinkston of LaHarpe, IL and Susan Stephenson of Canton, IL. Also surviving her is a brother, Andrew Milligan of Toms River, NJ and sisters, Judith Hughes and Merle Sluka both of Neptune NJ, and 5 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Janet Lee.

Milligan, Carol C. (I61047)

1367

Carol E. Fore, 63, of Clay City, IL died at 5:00 AM Sunday, December 13, 2009 at her home in Clay City.

Earp, Carol Earlene (I25690)

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Carol Faye Nail, 73, of Clay City, IL, passed from this life on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO. She was born on February 20, 1944, in Skiatook, OK.

Carol was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Clay City and a former member of the Rebekah Lodge. Before her retirement, she worked 19 years for General Telephone Company of Olney, 10 years at Q-Circuit and Sparton Manufacturing of Flora.

She was immensely proud of her two nieces and of her great niece and great nephew. She especially treasured all the road trips and yard sale experiences with her dear friend Sandy Baylor.

Carol is survived by her brother Kenneth and his wife Mary Nail of Granite City, IL; Niece, Heather (Pastor Ben) Towell of Greenfield, IL; Niece, Holly (Martin) Clark of Granite City, IL; Great-niece, Abigail Towell and great-nephew Aaron Clark, along with several cousins and a host of friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Helen (George) Nail.

Nail, Carol Faye (I54475)

1369

Carol Ina Brown, 46, 801 North Ave., was found dead at her home Friday morning July 23, 1982, apparently of natural causes.

Funeral services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Summers Funeral Home with Revs. Lowell McDowell and Bill Rennels presiding.

Burial is in Greenhill Cemetery.

She was born in Minonk, Nov. 28, 1935 to Everett Vernon and Inez (Fulk) Burgin. She married Hugh LeRoy Brown Sept. 27, 1961. He preceded her in death on May 10, 1973. She was a dietician at the Burgin Nursing Home.

She is survived by four sons, Kevin, Korea; William, John and Christie, all of Olney; two brothers, Warren and Gary Burgin, both of Olney; four sisters, Una Tarpley, Alice Coldwell and Diana Beasley, all of Olney, and Mary Hendricks, Cisne; a step-sister, Marjorie York, Peoria; mother and step-father, Inez and Doyle McKinney, Olney; a grandson, financee, Don Ellis, Flora; several nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Everett Jr.

From obituary in The Olney Daily Mail.

Burgin, Carol Ina (I8730)

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Carol Joyce was mentally challenged and lived with her sister Mary. She was a laborer and a member of the North Freedom Church.

Murray, Carol Joyce (I9436)

1371

Carol previously worked for Spartan Manufacaturing in Flora and was a member of Olney Eagles.

Earp, Carol Earlene (I25690)

1372

Carole was a native of Sailor Springs, born and raised. Both her parents' families have had roots in Clay County since the 1800s, and Carole's father (and his father before him) established his medical practice in Sailor Springs. What changes this doctor's daughter has seen in her home town!

Carole attended teacher's college and taught for a period at Clay City High School. She cared for her mother at her end of life and developed a bond that was precious to them both. Her family and friends are comforted that they are together again. Her quick wit and ready laugh will be missed.

Shore, Carole Sue (I35535)

1373

Carolina Feldweg, daughter of Carl and Henrieta Feldweg was born in Wertenberg, Germany, Feb. 12, 1845, died at Bible Grove, IL. Nov. 8, 1914 aged 69 years, 8 months, 26 days.

She married A Louis Oder, October 30, 1868, sailing shortly after for the United States living in New York a short time then to St. Louis. In 1870 they moved to a farm near Clay City, Illinois then to Olney, IL in 1906.

Five children: Selma M., Carl H., Henrietta C., Clara L., and Albert L. Albert died in 1893 and Selma M. Holman in 1902.

Her husband, one son Carl H. of Fairfield, IL and daughter Henrietta C. Curtwright of Bible Grove survive.

Burial was in Clay City Cemetery.

Feldweg, Caroline (I22801)

1374

Caroline Shriner was the daughter of Peter Shriner & Leah Dunkle. She was born in Ohio and died in Clay County, Illinois.

Caroline married Joel H. Sage April 6, 1843 in Athens County, Ohio.

There are ten children of Joel & Caroline.

After the death of her husband, Joel, Caroline married George Bull May 5, 1864 in Vinton County, Ohio & had a daughter, Helen E. Bull.

After George's death in 1872, she married a third time to Jacob Ullom September 2, 1873 in Vinton County, Ohio.

Caroline & Jacob's daughter, Jofannie "Fannie" (Sage) Allender is also buried in this cemetery & her daughter, Helen, lived with Fannie after Caroline's death.

Shriner, Caroline (I29139)

1375

Caroline Tungate, age 87, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Wednesday evening, December 12, 2018, at her home.

She was born August 2, 1931, in Iowa Falls, Iowa, the daughter of Maynard James and Estella O. (Cox) Bergen. She was united in marriage to Eldon "Cotton" Tungate on December 31, 1949, in Louisville and they shared 63 years, 3 months, and 4 days of marriage until his death April 4, 2013.

Caroline's early life was spent in Iowa before moving to Clay County, Illinois, where she began a lifetime of working years which spanned from her teens until she reached age 79. She had been employed at Sears, First National Bank as a bookkeeper, and beginning in the mid-1970's she joined Dr. John Jaycox in his optometry practice while eventually earning a certified optician designation, and later continuing on with Dr. Scott Wooley.

She had been an active member of Faith Lutheran Church, and enjoyed being part of the Sewing Club and the Garden Club. Caroline and Cotton enjoyed spending time out dancing and opportunities to travel over the years, and she opened her home and caring heart for many when she shared good meals, lots of laughter and smiles, and genuine gladness for special moments that she could spend with her family and friends.

She is survived by a son: Mark (wife Sherri) Tungate of Flora; a daughter: Nancy (husband Chuck) Buchanan of Flora; 6 grandchildren: Aaron (wife Valisa) Tungate of Fort Worth, Texas, Adam (wife Carrie) Tungate of Lubbock, Texas, Allison (husband Greg) Mikulecky of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Paige Tungate of Kirkwood, Missouri, Kristen (husband Cole) Duke of Flora, and Zach (wife Lauren) Buchanan of Flora; 13 great-grandchildren: Luke, Ben, Vayle, Ally, Branson, Ella, Imani, Patrick, and Kalip Tungate, Eli and Elise Duke, and Genevieve and Dominic Buchanan; a brother-in-law: Mike Walters of New Providence, Iowa; several nieces and nephews; a special friend: Loren Workman of Cottage Hills; and a host of devoted friends who helped care for her this past year.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; her son: Randy (wife Pam) Tungate; her sister: Judy Walters; and her mother-in-law: Marie Tungate.

A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 17, 2018, at Faith Lutheran Church in Flora. Interment will follow in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville. Visitation is 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora and 9 until 10 a.m. Monday at the church. Memorial donations are suggested to Clay County Hospice or CEFS Meals on Wheels and will be accepted through the funeral home.

Bergen, Caroline (I56035)

1376

Carolyn D. Kermicle, 86, of Olney, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital.

Carolyn was born on March 30, 1937 in Jasper County, IL, the daughter of Merritt D. and Evelyn B. (McDowell) Semple. She married Paul Kermicle on December 30, 1956 at Mt. Gilead Church. He preceded her in death on October 4, 2021.

Carolyn was very passionate about her faith, family and home. She was a founding member of Faith Bible Church and faithfully attended. She loved playing piano and even performed in her final years for the caregivers who stayed with her and great grandchildren who would visit. She loved gospel music and enjoyed attending Gospel concerts with her husband and friends. On many Sundays, the family would gather at Carolyn's house for lunch where everyone would enjoy her famous dinner rolls and excellent meals. She also had a feisty wit about her that kept everyone on their toes! Finally, Carolyn and her family were so thankful for the wonderful caregivers who took care of her at home and provided companionship during the difficult time after the loss of her husband. They were truly angels to all of us!

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Paul of 63 years and her twin sister Shirley J. (Semple) Snider.

Carolyn is survived by her son, John Kermicle and wife Tineke of Olney, IL; daughter, Ruth Brazitis and husband Gary of Noblesville, IN; son, David Kermicle and wife Tammy of Dundas, IL; grandchildren, Taylor (Emily) Kermicle, Kate (Matt) Jones, Madalyn (Mitchell) Schonert, Nicholas Brazitis, Michael Brazitis, Christina Kermicle, Keith (Chelsea) Kermicle, and Kevin Kermicle; great grandchildren, Brayden, Rowen, Myles, Nora, Sullivan, Bode, Maelyn; and several nieces and nephews.

A visitation for Carolyn will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney. Services will also be at Kistler-Patterson on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 10:00 am with interment to follow the service at Crest Haven Memorial Park in Claremont, Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Faith Bible Church or the Alzheimers Association.

Semple, Carolyn D. (I17715)

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Carolyn D. Pierce, 83, Clay City, Illinois, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2012 at Ozark Riverview Manor, Ozark, Missouri.

She was born March 22, 1929 in Savannah, Georgia, the daughter of the late Stephen M. and Hazel G. (Brewer) Tillman.

She was united in marriage in 1954 to Raymond N. Pierce. He preceded her in death in 1990.

Carolyn was a member of the Belleview Methodist Church.

She worked in clerical and secretarial positions for a bank and hospital and later for an insurance office and sawmill and desk clerk for a local motel.

She was known affectionately as Maude" to oilfield workers in the 1970's and 80's for relaying information via CB radio before the cell phone era.

She did enroll and complete Auctioneer school in Iowa.

She enjoyed music, going to local dances, watching television and western movies and extending birthday wishes to family and friends.

She is survived by a son, Clay Pierce and his wife Rene, Ozark, MO; a daughter, Carol Jan Fildes, Port Richey, FL; a brother, Thomas Tillman, Charlotte, NC; a sister, Mary Jane Balford, Eva, AL; a granddaughter, Nicole Pierce, Monett, MO; several nieces, nephews and many friends.

J.D.Lee and Sons Funeral Home, Rogersville, MO

Tillman, Carolyn D. 'Maude' (I23569)

1378

Carolyn Gail Easley McKee, 77, of Charleston, IL died Oct. 15, 2011 at Gowin Parc in Mattoon.

Mrs. McKee was born October 27, 1933 in Clay City, the daughter of Gale H. and Doris H. Bones Easley. She married Donald L. McKee, they were married 56 years.

She was a graduate of Eastern Illinois University and began her teaching career in the Petersburg and Athens school districts. She was later employed by Oakland and Kansas school districts until her retirement in 1989.

She loved animals of all kinds, was a gifted gardener, a gourmet cook, an avid bridge player, and an excellent seamtress. She enjoyed entertaining family and friends.

Survivors include her husband; a son, Kevin; a daughter, Cheryl McKee; three granddaughters; and a brother, Gerald Easley.

In accordance with her wishes, her body was cremated. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association or Alzheimer's Association.

Adams Funeral Home was in charge.

(Published Hometown Journal)

Easley, Carolyn Gail (I22937)

1379

Carolyn J. Foster, 64, of Flora, IL formerly Clay City, died December 4, 2006, at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana.

Mrs. Foster was born July 24, 1942 in Clay City, the daughter of Clayson C. and Helen E. Scammahorn Rudder. She married John Foster, Sr. July 7, 1974 in Johnsonville and he preceded her in death November 26, 2004.

She was a homemaker and attended Calvary Baptist Church in Flora. She was a big Elvis fan, and enjoyed taking care of animals, sewing, knitting and crocheting.

Survivors include a son, John Foster, Jr.

Preceding her in death were her parents and husband.

Funeral services were held at Frank and Bright Funeral Home in Flora with burial in Smith Cemetery in rural Sailor Springs.

(Published Hometown Journal)

Rudder, Carolyn J. (I20277)

1380

Carolyn S. Hurd, 68, of Flora, IL died at 6:22 AM, Saturday, February 16, 2008 at her residence.

Carolyn was born August 6, 1939 to Lyle & Ina (McKinney) Stanley in Sailor Springs, IL. She married James E. Hurd on November 5, 1956 in Flora, IL. He preceded her in death on March 21, 2003.

Carolyn worked as an Obstetrics Technician for 17 years at the Clay County Hospital, after which, she worked as a CNA at the Flora Pavillion for 27 years, until her retirement.

Carolyn is survived by 3 daughters: Dana (Carl) Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Tina (Bill) Wilke of Louisville, IL, Lisa Peck of Flora, IL; 10 grandchildren: Daniel (Lindsay) Hurd of Carterville, IL, Ian Hurd of Iuka, IL, Edward Hurd of Iuka, IL, Erin Hurd of Iuka, IL, Rodney E. Franklin of Flora, IL, Kyle Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Dustin Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Jason Zimmerman of Flora, IL, Rikki (Mike) Holding of Taylorville, IL, Ashley Belcher of Flora, IL; 4 Great Grandchildren: Alexis Holding of Taylorville, IL, Ashton Cruse of Taylorville, IL, Aayden Cruse of Taylorville, IL, Alexander Smith of Flora, IL; and 1 sister Barbara (Don) Hamilton of Flora, IL.

Carolyn was preceded by her parents, husband, two sons: Jeffrey and Philip Hurd, a grandchild: Caleb Lewis, and a great grandchild: Alyssa Holding.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at 10:30 AM at the Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora, IL. Friends may call from 6-8 PM, Monday, February 18, 2008 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to the Clay County Hospice and may be received at the funeral home.

Stanley, Carolyn S. (I41019)

1381

Carolyn Sue Abner, age 69, of Flora, IL passed away at her home on Thursday, November 7, 2013.

Carolyn was born February 19, 1944 in Clay County, IL to Harold and Emily (Phillips) Erwin. She married Tom Abner on June 25, 1965 at First Christian Church in Flora. Carolyn's life centered around family and had a joy-filled spirit when she was with her family and friends. Carolyn liked arts and crafts, loved pets, and enjoyed nature and being outdoors doing things like mushroom hunting. She was a member of First Christian Church of Flora.

Carolyn is survived by her husband Tom Abner of Flora; three children: Randy Abner (Erica) of Flora, Michelle Pietz (Kenny) of Taylorsville, KY, Jason Abner (Patti) of Los Angeles, CA; and eight grandchildren: Jordan (Josh) Kessler, Gage Cobb, Donovan Cobb, Echoe Abner, Elsie Abner, Justin and Adam Pietz, Alexis Abner, and one expected grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Donnie Erwin.

The funeral service for Carolyn Abner will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 11, 2013 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will be in Floral Garden of Memories, Flora. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. The family has requested that memorials be made to First Christian Church or Clay County Cancer Crusaders and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Erwin, Carolyn Sue (I51091)

1382

Carolyn Sue Bare, 74, of Olney, passed away at 12:29 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Thursday in the Chapel of Stasi-Grove Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. at First Assembly of God Church in Olney with Reverend Paul Goss officiating.

Carolyn was born September 13, 1937, in Olney, the daughter of James Wilson Black and Blanche Eunice (Thomas) Black. She married Donald "Don" Bare.

She was a member of First Assembly of God in Olney involved in Women's Ministries and church organist. She helped start the Parents and Friends of Handicap Organization, she was a community volunteer with handicapped and a caregiver for elderly and handicapped. Carolyn worked as a Line Type Operator at the newspaper for 17 years, along with several other jobs over her life's span. She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.

Carolyn is survived by her husband, Don, of Olney; daughter, Lori Hundley, of Olney; brothers Jim Black and his wife, Lynda, of Nashville, Tenn., and Bill Black and his wife, Earlene, of Olney; and grandson, Matt Hundley, of Olney.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Blanche Black, and her son, Kevin Bare.

Memorials may be made to First Assembly of God Church.

Olney Daily Mail (IL) May 24, 2012

Black, Carolyn Sue (I52574)

1383

Carolyn Sue Gill, 84, of Ridge Farm, passed away at 9:55am, Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on July 26, 1936, in Clay County, Illinois the daughter of Carrell and Iva {Herdes} Gaskin. She was united in marriage to James Gill on December 19, 1953 in Flora, IL. He will miss her dearly.

She will also be missed by her children, Rick Gill of Avon, IN, Steve (Hyong) Gill of Brighton, TN, Terri (Leon) Compton of Westville; her grandchildren, Nick Gill, Jim Gill, Mike Gill, Savannah Gill, Garrett Black, & Cassidy Spesard; her 10 great grandchildren; and her sister, Sondra Phillips. She was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Brenda Gill.

Carolyn's family was her life and when her grandchildren came into her life, she cherished each of them. She was known to many as outgoing and everyone she met loved her. She will be remembered by all who knew and loved her.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to her Hospice Nurse, Cassie.

A Graveside service will be held at 1:00pm on Sunday, April 11, 2021, at Clay City Cemetery, Clay City, Illinois. Her family has entrusted her arrangements to Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Georgetown, Illinois 200 E. West St. Georgetown, Illinois 61846.

Memorial donations may be given in her name to Lincolnland Hospice of Sarah Bush Lincoln. Please join her family in sharing memories through her Tribute Wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Gaskin, Carolyn Sue (I25158)

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Carpenters Mate Second Class, Seebees, U.S. Navy, World War II, Pacific Theater. Seabees construction at Pearl Harbor Naval Air Base 29 and Johnston Island 1943-1946.

Source: https://wwiiregistry.abmc.gov/honoree-plaque/?honoree_id=1397098

Pflaum, Frank Edward (I554)

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Carrell Ray Scammahorn
July 5, 1942 July 18, 2025
Carrell Ray Scammahorn, age 83, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at his home in Indianapolis, Indiana.

He was born July 5, 1942, in Sailor Springs, Illinois, the son of John and Reba (Breth) Scammahorn. He married his loving wife, Grace Scammahorn on February 14, 1984, who predeceased him on June 18, 2010.

Carrell retired from Dowell Schlumberger after almost 30 years. He also worked for Transfreight. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, swinging on the front porch, and playing with his grandkids.

Carrells surviving family includes 3 children and 8 grandchildren: Jeff (Lucy) Scammahorn of Carmel, Indiana, and their children Kerri, Veeda, and Vanna; Troy (Lisa) Scammahorn of Painesville, Ohio, and their children Derek (Kaitlyn) and Austen (Morgan); and Julie (Bryan) Vianco of Athens, Alabama and their children Kate, Jacob and Emma; 2 stepchildren and 5 step-grandchildren: Dr. Jason (Jill) Gillihan of Town and Country, Missouri and their children Andrew, Isabel and Vera; and Mandy (Pete) Stoltz of Hanson, Kentucky and their children Isaac and Mackenzie.

Surviving brother and sister-in-law: Robert and Jill Scammahorn of Chebanse, Illinois.

Preceding in death were his parents, wife, and 2 grandsons: Devin and Casey Scammahorn.

To honor his wishes and memory, there will be a private gathering for family.

?, Grace (I58169)

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Carrie Ann was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting, sewing and gardening. She attended Zif Baptist Church; was secretary of American Legion Auxiliary for years at Clay City and was a member of VFW Auxiliary at Olney for years.

Hosselton, Carrie Ann (I19519)

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Carrie B. Hanna, 82, of Noble, passed away about 5 p.m. Wednesday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Beula Sager in the Glenwood area.

Wood, Carrie B. (I19260)

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Carrie Herrin, 98, of Olney, died at 3:10 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2011, at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Funeral services at Cornerstone Community Church in Noble with Dr. Berton Heleine officiating. Burial in Maple Dale Cemetery in Olney.

Mrs. Herrin was born December 12, 1912, in Noble, the daughter of Arvey and Minnie Harris.

She married Charles Herrin in 1931. He preceded her in death.

She worked at The Holiday in Olney and cleaned houses and was a member of Cornerstone Community Church. She loved planting and taking care of her beautiful flowers. Prior to June, Carrie resided at Fox River Apartments and leaves many wonderful friends there. Carrie's wonderful smile will be missed by everyone; she was loved by all.

Mrs. Herrin is survived by her daughter, Ruth Esders and her husband, Willie, of Parkersburg; daughter, Bonnie Wandrei and her husband, Carl, of Elizabethtown, Ky.; granddaughters, Debbie Horton and her husband, Jim, of Berne, Ind.; Wendy Simpson and her husband, Rusty, of Decatur; grandson, Carl Wandrei Jr. and his wife, Ida, Saudi Arabia; niece, Jeannie Westall, of Olney; great-grandchildren, Colton, Nathan, Phillip, Quentin, Sabrina, Steve and Timmy; and special friends, Patty and Kathy Harris, of Newton.

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister, Bessie Brooks, and brother, Carl (Bud) Harris.

Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)

Harris, Carrie Lavada (I28181)

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Carrie Herrin, 98, of Olney, died at 3:10 p.m. Monday, November 14, 2011, at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Harris, Carrie Lavada (I28181)

1390

Carrie Margaret (Patterson) McDowell is the wife of Clifford Andy McDowell, and the mother of seven children.

Margaret McDowell, 88, of Olney, formerly of Noble and Clay City, died at 7:16 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2003, at |Deaconess Hospital in Evansville, Ind.

Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with Brother John Spears officiating. Burial will be in Hanna Cemetery in rural Noble.

Mrs. McDowell was born on March 8, 1915, in Richland (County, the daughter of James and Dorothy (Nash) Patterson. She married Clifford McDowell in 1931. He preceded her in death in 1977.

|She was a homemaker.

Mrs. McDowell is survived by a son, George McDowell of Noble; two daughters, Ruthann Hazel, of Mt. Erie, and Christine Guyer, of Minooka; a brother, John Patterson, of (Olney; two sisters, Elise Taylor, of Olney, and Dorothy Finnigan, of Clay City; and 10 grandchildren, 17 greatgrandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers, Orville and Burt, and three sons, Galen, Merial and Paul Eugene.

The Olney (IL) Daily Mail, May 2003

Patterson, Carrie Margaret (I111)

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Carrie Pauline Rodgers, age 85, of Flora, IL passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at her home in Flora.

Pauline was born September 14, 1927 in Zenith, IL to Herbert and Vina (Brown) Jones. She married Stanley D. Rodgers on March 25, 1951 in Flora. He preceded her in death on January 4, 2009.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Flora Church of the Nazarene. Pauline took care of babysitting many children along with her grandbabies over the years. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

She is survived by her children: Linda Cammon, Karen Cartnal, Mary Lou Rodgers, Stanley D. "Bud" Rodgers II, and Robert Alan Rodgers; a brother: Bernard Talbert; along with nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers (Frank Jones, Howard Jones, Charles Jones, Fermin Bennett), and a sister (Nadine Dagg).

The funeral service for Pauline was held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.

Interment followed in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Xenia.

The family has requested that memorials may be made to the child Foundation (Children's Interstitial Lung Disease).

Jones, Carrie Pauline (I44537)

1392

Carrie Pixley Kesterson was the daughter of William and Mary Jane Pixley. She was born in September, 1888. She died as a result of a tragic accident June 6, 1938 in Sailor Springs.

Mr. Kesterson had been cultivating in the field when he was summoned by Mrs. Kesterson who needed him at home. When he arrived he tied the team of horses to the garden fence and for some unknown reason the team suddenly broke away from the fence and circled the barn lot.

Mrs. Kesterson was standing in front of a parked auto for protection from the runaways when the team, dragging the cultivator, swung it around striking the rear of the car and pulling it up over her.

The car struck the victim, she fell with her limbs being forced up between the axle and springs, her body twisted as she suffered what would prove to be fatal injuries.

At her death, she was survived by her husband, Clove; the children, Leroy Kesterson and Thelma Kesterson Spencer. She had brothers Harry C., Joseph, and Harvey and sisters Stella, Bertha, and Lida.

The Pixley family is one of the long standing families in Clay County. William's father, Jobe Pixley and his wife, Elizabeth are shown in the 1860 Clay County Census. They were farmers as were their son, and his son in law, Clove Kesterson.

Pixley, Carrie M. (I21733)

1393

At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.

Living (I2367)

1394

Carrie's obituary says she was born in 1894, the 1900 census says she was born in Jul 1892

Payne, Carrie Helen B. (I1570)

1395

Carrol L. "Pappy" Rinehart, Sr., 91, passed away at 1:40 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2014, in Chester Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

Rinehart, Carrol Lee 'Pappy' Sr. (I34269)

1396

Carrol Lee Colclasure, age 78, formerly of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Friday morning, May 31, 2019, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon.

He was born January 30, 1941, in Flora, the son of Ivan H. and Vera Leona (McCommons) Colclasure.

Carrol was a barber throughout his life, and worked in Florida before later operating Pirates Den in Flora. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

Music was his real lifelong love, and he was a bassist with a number of groups including Easy Country and Calico Country, and he often collaborated with other area musicians at the Bible Grove Opry.

He is survived by a daughter: Tannille Weller of Centralia; three granddaughters: Rhana Weller, Inanna Weller, and India Weller; a soon-to-arrive great-grandson; and a sister: Karen (Roy) Young of Flora.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons: Greg Colclasure and Britt Colclasure; and a brother: Ivan Bruce

A funeral service will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2019, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Kneff Cemetery, Flora, where military funeral honors will be presented. Visitation will be 12 noon until the time of service at the funeral home.

Colclasure, Carrol Lee (I45820)

1397

Carrol Lee Frutiger, 91, of Clay City, passed away on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Clay County Hospital.

Carrol was born on October 3, 1932 in Clay County, Illinois, the son of Everett and Vida (Clinton) Frutiger. He married Helen (Williamson) on February 4, 1956 at Bethel Church in Richland County, Illinois, and she survives.

Carrol was a farmer first and primarily. He later began his position as a Clay City School bus driver for 20 years, and he was a Clay County 4-H leader for 19 years. He also had a passion for tractors and antique tractors.

Carrol is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen, of Clay City; daughter, Debra (Tim) Galloway, of Millersburg, IN; son, Farron (Donna) Frutiger of Louisville, IL; son, Dennis (Paula) Frutiger Xenia, IL; son, Troy (Sara) Frutiger of Clay City, IL; 17 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one great grandson, Bodey Galloway.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City, with a visitation will beginning at 11:00 AM at the funeral home.

Interment will follow the service at Smith Cemetery in rural Clay City, with full Military Rites to be performed at the cemetery by Clay City Sailor Springs American Legion Post #230.

Memorials can be made to Clay City Sailor Springs American Legion Post #230, Smith Cemetery, or Bethlehem Christian Church in Clay City.

Frutiger, Carrol L. (I40636)

1398

At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.

Living (I7075)

1399

Carroll Dale Stanley, age 14, son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Stanley, Sr., of 704 Brown Street, died Friday morning at 11 o'clock at the family home following a several days illness of pneumonia.

He was born in Richland county, Illinois, on October 21, 1924, and came to Valparaiso with his parents in 1937.

Young Stanley carried a paper route for the South Bend Tribune, and was popular among a large circle of friends.

Surviving are the parents, one brother, Russell, Jr., and three sisters, Dorothy, Naomi Lea and Juanita.

Memorial services were held this afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the LePell Funeral Home on Monroe Street. The body will be taken to Clay City, Ill., for burial.

Vidette-Messenger of Porter County
15 April 1939, Sat. - Page 2

Stanley, Carroll Dale (I31886)

1400

Carroll David Murbarger, 66, Clay City, died in the afternoon Wednesday, September 23, 1987 in his home.

Services in the Hosselton-Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home in Clay City with Rev. Ron Linder presiding. Burial in Clay City Cemetery.

Mr. Murbarger was born Sept. 5, 1921 in Clay County the son of David and Bertha (Patridge) Murbarger. He married Marjorie Benskin Sept. 29, 1950 in Wayne County.

He was retired from AMF/Roadmaster after 17 years. He was a World War II veteran and a member of the Clay City American Legion.

Survivors include his wife, Marjorie; a son, Parvin Murbarger of Clay City; three daughters, Mrs. David (Deanna) Benson of Hanover Park, Sharon Williams of Flora and Eunice Murbarger of Kirkwood, Mo.; four brothers, Rolla Murbarger of Bethalto, Shelby Murbarger of Effingham, Eath Murbarger of Clay City and Neal Murbarger of Ingraham; two sisters, Mrs. Cecil Staser and Maxine Tibbs, both of Clay City; and four grandchildren.

Mr. Murbarger was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and a sister.

Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)obit courtesy of NanC (#47346368)

Murbarger, Carroll David (I18293)

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