Notes: Carl Wayne Gray Genealogies

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2351	Due to the condition of the cemetery, his headstone could not be located.	Knoles, David (I35113)
2352	Duff Grain Elevator, Clay City, Clay County, Illinois	Mitchell, James Calvin 'Jim' (I35)
2353	DUNDAS -- Kenneth Lee Klingler, 47, Dundas, died Tuesday (March 22, 2005). Son of Georgia and Lawrence Klingler. He is survived by his mother and his wife, Martha. Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m. Monday, Holy Cross Catholic Church, Wendelin. Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, Wendelin. Memorials: Holy Cross Parish Center. Herald & Review (Decatur, IL) - Thursday, March 24, 2005	Klingler, Kenneth Lee 'Kenny' (I51430)
2354	During her life Dodie worked at Flora International Shoe, East End Café, Gallery Restaurant, Flora Elks Club, and Midtown Package Liquors in Flora. She was of the Baptist faith and had been a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Dodie was an avid sports fan, especially when following St. Louis Cardinals baseball.	Doris, Richard E. (I918)
2355	During her life Ruby worked for Horace Mann Insurance Company and Kelly Services both in Springfield. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Flora.	Lee, Ruby Mae (I36494)
2356	During her life she had worked at Spartan Manufacturing in Flora and also at AMF in Olney. Clara was a 50 year life member and past Worthy Matron of the Clay City Eastern Star Lodge and had attended First Christian Church in Flora. She was an artist and liked doing oil painting, enjoyed going dancing, and later in life became a St. Louis Cardinal fan and knew all the players names and numbers. Clara was a loving mother and grandmother and her family will miss her smile and laughter.	Leak, Clara (I13438)
2357	During her life she worked at Flora International Shoe, the Glove Factory in Effingham, and retired after working in housekeeping at Clay County Hospital in Flora. She was an active member of the Clay County Hospital Auxiliary and a dedicated member of the Flora First Baptist Church. Dorothy loved being outside tending to her rose garden and other flowers and her grandchildren will always remember her for her decorated sugar cookies.	Montoney, Dorothy Helen (I11517)
2358	During her life she worked at Kerns Manufacturing, Clay County Hospital as a CNA, and at North American Lighting. Her most important job was to be mother to her 9 children and many others who she treated like her children. Joyce was a loyal and active member of Faith Tabernacle, a member of Clay County Senior Citizens, and enjoyed playing Pinochle and spending time with her friends.	Conner, Joyce Ann (I380)
2359	During her working years, Janice was employed at International Shoe Company, Sparton Manufacturing, and the Advocate Press, and was a member of the Flora Assembly of God for over 20 years. Janice was blessed with a special golden touch for gardening and growing beautiful flowers and plants, and she will be remembered for her everlasting love for her family.	Brown, Janice S. (I48703)
2360	During her working years, she worked at the Olney Garment Factory, Four Sisters Manufacturing, and Sparton Manufacturing. She was a member of First Southern Baptist Church where she also assisted with Vacation Bible School, and had been a member of Rebekahs. Matilda had a love of family and has decorated many wedding, anniversary, and birthday cakes over the years. She was her own handyman, enjoyed sewing and crocheting, and shared her homemade jellies and jams with everyone.	Payne, Matilda Ann 'Toots' (I35732)
2361	During Marys working years, she was employed at Four Sisters Manufacturing and Flora Pavilion Nursing Center. She was also a member of Red Brush Christian Church.	Nosek, Mary Ann (I7391)
2362	During previous service in the Army of the U.S. from November 2, 1944 through October 26, 1945, completed basic training and qualified in the military occupational specialty of Supply Clerk (835). Honorably discharged and enlisted in the Regular Army on October 27, 1945 at Camp Swift, Texas. Departed the U.S. on January 19, 1946 bound for the European Theater of Operations. Assigned to and served with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Vienna Area Command. Earned the WWII Victory Medal and the Army Of Occupation Medal (Germany). Honorably discharged as a Private First Class on October 30, 1946 at the Separation Center, Fort George G. Meade, Maryland. This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website by Robert Medley Gatewood. It is entered here with his permission. Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2091317	Devore, William L. (I42692)
2363	During the war, although both of his brothers were in the U. S. Navy, John served in the United States Army. He arrived in England in 1943 and trained for the D-Day assault as part of Company F, 156th Infantry Regiment. Luck was with him, however, and he was assigned to guard senior Generals Eisenhower, Bradley, and others at Bushy Park, the Supreme Headquarters of the Allied Expeditionary Force. Following D-Day, Company F moved to the continent, continuing to guard General Eisenhower and other allied commanders and dignitaries for the duration of the war. Among those he protected were Prime Minister Winston Churchill, General Patton, General Smith, Field Marshall Brooks, and the allied entourage at the little red school house in Rheims, France, where the Peace in Europe accords were signed. After 28 months overseas, with service in Canada, Scotland, England, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Germany, John Slover was honorably discharged in December, 1945.	Slover, John Willis (I40515)
2364	During their teen years, Imo Lee and her twin sister Loma Lee moved to Evansville, Indiana and later to Montana. After her marriage and becoming a homemaker, she worked hard to raise her family. Imo Lees memberships included the VFW Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary, and Flora Eagles and she enjoyed flowers and going to rummage sales.	Bateman, Imo Lee (I34576)
2365	During WWII she worked at a munitions factory. It was there that she was introduced by a co-worker to her future husband James M. Vest. They were married in Salina, KS on June 25, 1944. After the war they built their own home and later owned a neighborhood grocery store. During all of this time they managed to have four children. In June 1957 they packed up the four kids in a 1951 Oldsmobile and drove to Mesa. After the kids were all on their own Virginia and James moved to their retirement home in Dreamland Villa in Mesa. Virginia was able to spend many happy years in that community with many close friends. She has spent the last few years of her life as a happy resident of Carestone Assisted Living in Tempe.	Travis, Virginia Pearl (I38441)
2366	Durvid WEASE, 66, of Greenup, (formerly of Noble), died at 11:15 p.m., Friday, Aug. 27, 1993, at Carle Hospital in Champaign. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Noble with the Reverend George ROBERTS officiating. Burial will be at Leonard Cemetery. Visitation will be two hours prior to services at the funeral home. Mr. WEASE was born in Noble, the son of Robert and Marie Ethel Cochenour Wease He married Elizabeth DUMELLE on Feb. 14, 1960. Mr. WEASE was a retired laborer at Aurora Pump Company, Aurora. Mr. WEASE is survived by his wife, Elizabeth and a son, Durvid WEASE II of Aurora. Mr. WEASE was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers.	Wease, Durvid Abner (I11235)
2367	Dustin R. Hogan, age 35, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2015. Dustin was born at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois on Wednesday, October 31, 1979, at 8:23 p.m. to Kenneth R. and Deborah L. (Murbarger) Hogan. He married Andrea Dulaney on August 14, 1999, in Clarksville, TN. Dustin was a 1998 graduate of North Clay High School where he avidly played baseball and basketball. Pursuing his dream, Dustin joined the U.S. Army immediately after high school and was selected for membership in the highly-trained Night Stalkers Special Operations Command from 2003-2007. An outdoorsman since a young age, his interests throughout life included 4-wheeling, horseback riding, boating and scuba diving. Dustin was once the recipient of Clay City Bass Club's Rookie Award. Some of his favorite times were spent taking Mariah hunting and fishing. Dustin had a passion for life and seeking opportunities for adventure, but his family held the most special place in his heart. He is survived by his daughter: Mariah Hogan; father: Kenneth R. Hogan; mother: Debbie Hogan; brother: Cody (Heather)Hogan; maternal grandmother: Retha (the late Eath) Murbarger; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Tony and Cathy Dulaney; aunts and uncles: Dennis Murbarger, Donna (Ken) Kessler, Ray (Dorris) Rutland, Anna Kay Thompson, Pearlavon (Frankie) Wilkins; a number of cousins and other special people. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Ernest James Hogan and Ernest James and Edna Jane Mounts, and maternal grandfather: Eath Murbarger. A funeral service for Dustin Hogan will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be given for the benefit of Mariah and will be accepted at the funeral home.	Hogan, Dustin R. (I33600)
2368	Dwain Dean Brant, 82, of Petersburg, and formerly of Ingraham, passed away 7:40 PM, Sunday, October 18, 2020, at the Springfield Memorial Hospital. Dean was born on July 18, 1938, in Ingraham, the son of the late Johnnie Murphy and Ina Corrine (Lewis) Brant. He married Donna Fehrenbacher on June 19, 1960 at the Clay City Baptist Church, and they shared 60 years of marriage. Dean worked as a barber, worked for the Road Master Factory for over 37 years, and had a lifetime love of farming. He was a member of the Ingraham Christian Church for many years, and then in 2013 became a member of the Bible Grove Christian Church. Dean loved to play horseshoes and bowl, he also loved to sing in the Kingdom Men Quartet, he and his wife sang in many weddings and funerals over the years. Dean really enjoyed a good meal and loved to garden. Dean is survived by his wife; Donna Brant, of Petersburg, Illinois, children; Josh (Jackie) Brant, of Petersburg, Shelley (Richard) Murry, of Ringgold, Georgia, Deanna (John) Cox, of Concord, North Carolina, 9 grandchildren; Jonathan (Nicole) Cox, of Lincoln, Illinois, Jennifer Cox, of Concord, North Carolina, Brant (Amanda) Murry, of Calhoun, Georgia, Jordan (Sarah) Murry, of Rocky Face, Georgia, Jacob Brant, Johnnie Brant, Joseline Brant, Jillian Bran, Joshua Brant, Jr., all of Petersburg. 7 great grandchildren; Charlotte Cox, Cordelia Cox, both of Lincoln, Zoey Molina, Emma Molina, both of Concord, North Carolina, Sadie Murry, of Calhoun, Georgia, Ridgeland Hixon, Reid Murry, both of Rocky Face, Georgia. He is also survived by a brother; Dennis (Janet) Brant, of Fairfield, Illinois, sister-in-law; Lou Anna Brant of Clay City, Illinois, and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Brant was preceded in death by his parents, and brother; Donald Brant.	Brant, Dwain 'Dean' (I29623)
2369	E. Cecil Michcls, 53, twin brother of Mrs. Ina Barnett of this city died quite suddenly Monday at his farm home near Bloomfield, Mo. Mr. Michels was maintenance man in the International Shoe Co. plant at Dexter, Mo. and had also followed farming since going to Missouri in 1932. Prior to that time he had been a carpenter at the Texaco Refinery in Lawrenceville. He is survived by his wife, the former Ruth Sager, his twin sister Mrs. Barnett of this city, another sister, Mrs. E. K. Bridges of near Bogota; and two brothers, Harry Michels of Olney and C. R. Michels of Calhoun. The body will be returned to Lawrenceville and funeral services held from there. Obit from an Olney, IL area newspaper	Michels, Earnest Cecil (I18063)
2370	E. Cecil Michcls, 53, twin brother of Mrs. Ina Barnett of this city died quite suddenly Monday at his farm home near Bloomfield, Mo.	Michels, Earnest Cecil (I18063)
2371	E. Mae Lomas, 89, of Olney, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2014 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.	Johnson, Eliza Mae (I20656)
2372	E. McGilton, lawyer, Clay City, was born in Belmont County. Ohio. January 6, 1838, and is a son of Philip and Hannah (Perkins) McGilton. The father was born in Ohio, and died when subject was but four years of age. The mother was a native of Belmont County, that State, her father having come from Scotland in an early day. To her were born three children, of whom subject was the second, and the only one now living. Jehu, one of the children, died in Andersonville Prison in 1864. Mr. McGilton's education was obtained in both the free and subscription schools of his native county. At the age of fifteen, he commenced to learn the shoe-maker's trade, and followed it until 1859. In that year he commenced to read law with Mr. Eli Headlay, of Cameron, Mon roe Co., Ohio. He studied with that gentleman until October, 1861, when he was admilted to practice in the courts of Ohio. He soon after came to Clay City, Ill. where he has since resided. He is the only resident attorney at this point, and practices in Justices', County and State Courts. Mr. McGilton has been married three times. The first marriage took place in Monroe County, Ohio, in January, 1860. The bride was Miss Mary Jane Cathell, a daughter of Putnam Cathell, a native of New Jersey. To this lady were born three children, two of whom are now livingCharles A. and Laura B. She died in November, 1870. On December 15, 1872, he was married the second time to Miss Rachel Brummet, a daughter of Lewis Brummet, of Indiana. This union resulted in two children, both of whom are now dead, and the mother also died in the fall of 1876. Mr. McGilton was married the third time, in Clay City Township, on August 10, 1878, to Miss Phoebe Chaney, a daughter of Abel and Christina Chaney. Both parents were natives of Pennsylvania. Two children blessed this marriage, one of whom, Leonidas L. , is now living. This child was born on August 20, 1882. Subject has been identified with the Democratic party through life. He has not been a seeker for office, but has given his attention principally to his own affairs. He has however served a number of terms as Town Clerk and is also Notary Public. He is connected with the Southern Methodist Church, and is also a member of Clay City Lodge, No. 384, I. O. O. F.; is at present serving as Noble Grand of the lodge. Excerpt from "History of Wayne and Clay Counties, Illinois 1884 "	McGilton, Everhart (I18644)
2373	E. Merle Bennett, 91, 1021 N. East St., Greensburg, died Monday, Dec. 5, 1994 in Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Born Sept. 10, 1903 in Rinard, Ill., she was the daughter of Elmer and Bertha (Towsley) Purdy. She was married in October 1924 to Jasper (Jack) F. Bennett in Princeton, Ind. He preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 1973. She was a housewife, a member of the Greensburg United Methodist Church since 1926 and a parish visitor for several years. She was also a member of the Eastern Star, served as a Gray Lady at the hospital, and belonged to Sigma Psi Iota Xi Sorority. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Jack (Betty) Kixmiller, Greensburg and Norma Beagle, Greensburg; one sister, Fern Hunley, Clay City, Ill.; three grandsons and three great-grandchildren also survive. She was preceded in death by one brother, Lowell Purdy. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Gilliland-Howe Funeral Home with Rev. Tony Alstott officiating. Burial will be in South Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the services at he funeral home. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church. --Greensburg Daily News --Tuesday, December 6, 1994	Purdy, E Merle (I21999)
2374	E.L. Bosomworth, 92, of Olney, and formerly of St. James, died on Thursday, June 17, 2010. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Stein-Stine Cemetery in St. James, with the Rev. Scott Carlson officiating. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Memorials: First United Methodist Church of Olney or Richland Heritage Museum. Online condolences may be made at kaber14@yahoo.com or www.summers-kistler.com. Mr. Bosomworth was born Jan. 29, 1918, near St. James, the son of Leroy and Lottie Stein Bosomworth. He married Nellie Lucile Waters of Owaneco in Hornbeck, Tenn., in June 1941; she died on April 1, 2010. He is survived by a son Kevin Bosomworth of Spring, Texas. LEADER UNION ~~~~~ Elwyn Leroy (E.L., Phil) Bosomworth, 92, of Olney, retired Dean of Students for Olney Central College, former president of Richland Heritage Museum passed away June 17, 2010. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Stein/Stine Cemetery in St. James with Reverend Scott Carlson officiating. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney is in charge of arrangements. E.L. was born January 29, 1918, near St. James, Ill. He was the son of Leroy and Lottie Stein Bosomworth. After attending schools in St. James and graduating from St. Elmo High School, E.L. attended both Illinois State University and University of Illinois. He received his bachelor's degree in Agriculture Education from the University of Illinois in 1941 and his master's degree from that same university in 1951. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home	Bosomworth, Elwyn Leroy 'E. L.' (I54823)
2375	Earl "Bart" Richardson, 62, of Noble, Illinois, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021 at his residence. Bart was born June 19, 1959 in Clay County, Illinois, he was the 10th child of 12 children born to John and Allene (Burton) Richardson. Bart was a graduate of West Richland High School, class of 1977. He worked in Olney, Illinois at Roadmaster and Jabat. He was the 10th child of 12 children born to John and Allene (Burton) Richardson. Bart is survived by his brother, Jerry (Darlene) Richardson of Noble; brother, Jim (Julia) Richardson of Olney; sister, Eva (Rick) Toumbs of Chatham; sister, Ginger (Rick) Harper of Passport; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kenny, Harold, Ronnie, Ike, and Gene Richardson; sisters, Pat Beal and Linda Harris; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.	Richardson, Earl 'Bart' (I19787)
2376	Earl "Hambone" Eldon Hamilton, age 88, of Louisville, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017 at 2:42 am, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL. Hambone was born on October 5, 1929, in Clay County, IL, the son of the late Earl Theodore Hamilton and the late Juanita Cornelia (Lynn) Hamilton. He was self employed as an oil driller, carpenter and farmer. He spent many years as an antique dealer and finisher and loved to go to sales. Hambone is survived by wife Betty (Brown) Hamilton of Louisville; sons Mike Hamilton, Greg (Deanna) Hamilton, and Kim (Shari) Hamilton all of Flora; daughters Ava Siterlet of Springfield, IL and Trudy (Dave) Koontz of Flora; twenty-nine grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren. Arrangements are entrusted to J.W. Neal Funeral Home of Louisville where the family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, November 1, 2017. A private family services and burial will take place at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the donors choice.	Hamilton, Earl Eldon 'Hambone' (I50394)
2377	Earl A. Yates, 54, a well known Rinard farmer died in a St. Louis hospital. Mr. Yates, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Guy Yates, had been a patient at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis since Nov. 25, suffering from cell complications in the brain.	Yates, Earl Alfred (I31061)
2378	Earl Bryan Eckelberry, 41 Earl Bryan Eckelberry, 41, died March 19, 2004 due to an automobile accident. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 22, 2004 at Leavitt Funeral Home in Parkersburg, WV. Pastors Joe Ward and Bill Dulaney will officiate. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Brandon and Blake's college fund, courtesy of Dave Miller, Primerica Financial Services, 2814 Camden Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26101. Mr. Eckelberry was born in St. Croix Falls, WI, son of Dale F. and Marjorie S. (Payne) Eckelberry. He worked at Ames True Temper since 1994 and was a member of the Blennerhassett Bass Club. He was a Yeoman in the United States Navy. Survivors include his parents; wife Michele Eckelberry of Danville; sons Brandon Earl and Blake Edwards Eckelberry of Danville; maternal grandparents Earl and Doris Payne of Clay City; mother and father-in-law Edward Earl and Nancy Davis of Davisville; and many other family members. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Eldoris Bryan and Mildred Marie Eckelberry	Eckelberry, Earl Bryan (I903)
2379	Earl Dean Bratton, age 68, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Friday afternoon, June 10, 2022, at Hamilton Memorial Hospital in McLeansboro. Dean was born January 7, 1954, in Flora, the son of Cecil Vernon and Rosamond Lee (Marvel) Bratton. He worked throughout his life in the oilfields, for the City of Fairfield, at NAL, and also as a truck driver. Fishing, gardening, and hunting for arrowheads were some of his favorite ways to spend time. Dean will also be remembered for his appreciation of horses and the traditions of the Western cowboy lifestyle. He and Mary Ellen were members of First Southern Baptist Church of Flora. Dean is survived by his wife of 26 years: Mary Ellen Johnson Bratton of Flora; a stepdaughter: Paula Young Denton of Flora; 2 grandkids: Ryan (Dawn) Wiles and Stevi (Josh) Brinkley of Flora; 4 great-grandkids: Alex and Shae Wiles, and Izzabella and Kimp Brinkley; 2 sisters: Joyce Hagerud and Jan Vaught of Fairfield; a nephew and a niece: Robert Bratton and Susan Grove of Fairfield; a great-niece and 2 great-nephews: Abigail Galbraith and Lucas & Caleb Galbraith; an aunt: Dolores (the late Don) Bratton of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; as well as many nieces and nephews by marriage. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister: Virginia Grimes. A visitation will be from 6 until 7 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Private burial will be later at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Wayne County. Memorial donations are suggested to First Southern Baptist Church of Flora and will be accepted through the funeral home.	Bratton, Cecil Vernon (I51882)
2380	Earl Dean Bratton, age 68, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Friday afternoon, June 10, 2022, at Hamilton Memorial Hospital in McLeansboro. Dean was born January 7, 1954, in Flora, the son of Cecil Vernon and Rosamond Lee (Marvel) Bratton. He worked throughout his life in the oilfields, for the City of Fairfield, at NAL, and also as a truck driver. Fishing, gardening, and hunting for arrowheads were some of his favorite ways to spend time. Dean will also be remembered for his appreciation of horses and the traditions of the Western cowboy lifestyle. He and Mary Ellen were members of First Southern Baptist Church of Flora. Dean is survived by his wife of 26 years: Mary Ellen Johnson Bratton of Flora; a stepdaughter: Paula Young Denton of Flora; 2 grandkids: Ryan (Dawn) Wiles and Stevi (Josh) Brinkley of Flora; 4 great-grandkids: Alex and Shae Wiles, and Izzabella and Kimp Brinkley; 2 sisters: Joyce Hagerud and Jan Vaught of Fairfield; a nephew and a niece: Robert Bratton and Susan Grove of Fairfield; a great-niece and 2 great-nephews: Abigail Galbraith and Lucas & Caleb Galbraith; an aunt: Dolores (the late Don) Bratton of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; as well as many nieces and nephews by marriage. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister: Virginia Grimes. A visitation will be from 6 until 7 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Private burial will be later at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Wayne County. Memorial donations are suggested to First Southern Baptist Church of Flora and will be accepted through the funeral home.	Bratton, Earl Dean (I52752)
2381	Earl died of a heart attack at the Richland County Hospital in Olney, Illinois.	Lents, Earl Aloyisius (I500)
2382	Earl E. WEASE, 74, of Noble, died at 7:40 p.m. Saturday Nov. 12, 1994 at his home. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Noble with Brother William LITTLE officiating. Burial will be in the Smith Cemetery rural Clay County. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Mr. WEASE was born on June 5, 1920, in Richland County, the son of John A. and Clara Mae (RYKER) WEASE. He married Ruth V. SCAMMAHORN Aug. 3, 1943. He worked in the receiving department at AMF. He was a Jehovah's Witness. He is survived by his wife, of Noble; two sons, Glen E. WEASE, of Wyoming, and D. WEASE, of Dion, AK; two daughters, Mrs. Clifton (Betty Jean) WILSON, of Noble, and Norma Jane STONE, of West Liberty; a brother, Chester WEASE, of Olney; five sisters, Edith BOXELL, of Flora, Alice PATTERSON, of Clay City, Mildred PATTERSON, and Mabel SOUDER, both of Noble, and Leone MASTRONI of Champaign; 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Mr. WEASE was preceded in death by his parents.	Wease, Earl Eugene (I2925)
2383	Earl E. WEASE, 74, of Noble, died at 7:40 p.m. Saturday Nov. 12, 1994 at his home.	Wease, Earl Eugene (I2925)
2384	Earl Edwin Payne, 79, of Olney, IL, formerly of Clay City, died May 20, 2006, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Mr. Payne was born April 9, 1927 in Clay County, the son of Crawford and Bertha Earhart Payne. He married Famie Gray January 11, 1953. He was a retired meat cutter and member of Clay City First Baptist church. He was a U. S. Army veteran, and a member of Olney Oddfellows, and Sailor Springs American Legion. Survivors include his wife; a daughter Earlene Cunningham; a son, David Payne; a brother, Sherman Payne; a sister, Dorothy Brown; and two grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents, four brothers, Robert, Walter, Glen, and Ralph; and two sisters, Amy Grabowski and Edna Wyatt. Funeral services were held at Clay City First Baptist Church with burial in Clay City Cemetery. Graveside military rites were handled by the Sailor Springs American Legion. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. (Published Hometown Journal)	Payne, Earl Edwin (I776)
2385	Earl Ellsworth Patterson, 82, of Niantic and a native of Olney, died Saturday evening at the Americana Nursing Center at Decatur. He was born near Olney, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Patterson and had lived in Decatur and Niantic for many years where he was a retired employee of the Wagner Casting Co. He was formerly a farmer.	Patterson, Earl Elsworth (I22360)
2386	Earl Harmon, age 51, well known resident of Olney, passed away on Saturday evening at Jackson Hospital where he had been a patient for the past four weeks.	Harmon, Earl (I40931)
2387	Earl Harry Snow, 73, a resident of Clay City the past five years, passed away Wednesday. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Chapel of the Easley & Padgett Funeral Home with Bro. Jesse Kindred officiating. Burial will be in Hanna Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home. Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Florence Nash and Mrs. Beulah Nash, both of Elvis, Mo.; Mrs. Blanche Nash of Iron Mountain, Mo. and Annie Hurt of St. Louis, Mo. Also surviving are the following step-children: Bert Patterson of Noble, Orville Patterson of Clay City, John Patterson of Pontiac, Mrs. Margaret McDowell of Noble, Mrs. Elsie Taylor of Noble, Mrs. Dorothy Finnigan of Clay City, Leroy Nash, Helen Nash and Elsie Hurt of Graniteville, Mo., Deltert Hurt of St. Louis, Mo., Floyd Hurt, Annie Jones and Marcella Gault, all of Graniteville, Mo. Obit from a local newspaper	Snow, Earl Harry (I13304)
2388	Earl Leroy Slover, age 89, of Flora, IL passed away on June 23, 2009. He was born July 20, 1919 to Leroy and Florence (Bothwell) Slover, the fifth of seven children. Earl enlisted in the Navy in 1942. As an enlisted man, Earl was one of the relatively few naval veterans who fought WWII on both sides of the world, serving from 1942-1945. He first saw action in operation torch and the invasion of North Africa. Then he saw action in the South Pacific, including the invasion of Okinawa and preparations for the invasion of Japan, which was not needed after the use of the atomic bomb and the surrender of Japan. Earl married Jacquie Dillman of Louisville on September 25, 1948. Earl had one son previously, J.W. Slover and he and Jacquie had a son, Douglas Slover. Earl retired from the Flora Unit #35 School District in 1982. He was a hard worker who held several jobs throughout his life and was dedicated to them, as well as life. Earl was a dedicated member of the First Christian Church of Flora, IL for over 60 years. He was also a 60 year member of the Masonic Lodge #204, Veteran of Foreign War Post #3999 and American Legion Post #14, all of Flora. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jacquie; two sons: Jerry "J.W." Slover & wife Joy of Delaware, OH and Douglas Slover & wife Debbie of St. Peter, IL; 7 grandchildren: Kyle Slover & wife Michelle of Morrisville, NC, Karla Sargent of Cincinnati, OH, Carla Bender and husband Pat of Henderson, KY, Erik Slover & friend Ama Hapke of Marion, IL, Kristan Slover of Flora, Jeremy Cook & friend Danielle Moats of Flora, and Justin Cook & wife Brittany of Terre Haute, IN. He is also survived by two siblings: a sister, Clara Helen Boyd of Salem, IL and a brother, John Slover & wife Thelma of Flora; a brother-in-law: Robert Hockman of Flora; along with several grandchildren. Earl was preceded in death by his parents (Leroy and Florence Slover), a brother (Robert Slover), and 3 sisters ( Doris Slover, Dorothy McGrew, and Margaret Hockman). Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Friday (June 26, 2009) at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Burial will be in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville, with military honors. Visitation will be from 5-8 PM Thursday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home with 8 PM Masonic Rites. Memorials may be made to Clay County Hospice or Clay County Cancer Support Group.	Slover, Earl Leroy (I32740)
2389	Earl M. HERDES, 85, of Clay City, died at 3 a.m., Tuesday, May 16, 1995, at the Clay County Hospital. Mr. HERDES was born on Feb. 3, 1910, in Clay County, the son of Charles and Ruby (BYRNE) HERDES. He married Lelia May MITCHEL in 1930. She died in 1994. He was a retired farmer, and a member of the Sailor Springs Christian Church. Surviving are one son, David HERDES, of Clay City; three daughters, Donna HERDES of Clay City, Dionne CREAMER of Louisville, and Darlene LAMBIRD of Clay City; one sister, Sadie EVANS of Clay City; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one brother, one sister and one grandson. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, at the Sailor Springs Christian Church. Brother Larry SCHNAUTZ and Brother Neal KENLEY will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Smith Cemetery, rural Clay City. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at the Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Clay City. Memorials may be made to the Pine Haven or Oblong Children's Home.	Herdes, Earl Monroe (I12486)
2390	Earl Smith, 78, of Clay City, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday at John Cochran Veterans Hospital, St. Louis, Mo. Born March 5, 1896 in Clay County, he married Laura Cooper May 21, 1921 in Sailor Springs. She survives. Mr. Smith was a member of the Clay City American Legion and the Flora VFW. Also surviving are a son, Willard, Lake Villa; a daughter, Mrs. Lindell (Betty) Tolliver, LaPorte, Ind.; two brothers, Harold, of Clay City, and Opal, Detroit, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Hazel Webb, Mrs. Ethel Bryant and Mrs. Maydine Snell, all of Clay City; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Services will be at the Cardascio- Easley Funeral Home, Clay City. Burial will be in the Clay City Cemetery. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, November 21, 1974.	Smith, Earl Alva (I31746)
2391	Earl W. Dulaney Battle Creek Earl W. Dulaney, age 91 of Battle Creek, formerly of Albion passed away Friday, August 12, 2011 at Brookdale Senior Living in Battle Creek, Michigan. He was born June 20, 1920 in Flora, Illinois to Charles A. and Iris Lee (Simpson) Dulaney. On July 11, 1945 he married Jane Walker who survives. Earl was a veteran of the Army Air Force. He was a tool specialist and safety inspector for Haliburton. Earl is survived by: Wife- Jane Dulaney of Battle Creek. Daughters- Phyllis (Victor Zeuzem) Dulaney of San Mateo, CA., Syd (Hank James) Dulaney of Plainwell, Son- Pat (Rose) Dulaney of Marshall, Sister- Ruth (Roy) Stanford of Flora, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Evelyn Walters and Alice Coulter, brothers Harry, Harold and Charles Dulaney. According to his wishes Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, August 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 305 E. Porter Street, Albion with Rev. John Sterner officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at the church. Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: Citizens to Beautify Albion or First Presbyterian Church of Albion is available at the Funeral Home www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com	Dulaney, Earl W. (I43609)
2392	Earl was tragically killed when he was struck by a car.	Winchester, Earl (I20370)
2393	Early in life she accepted the Methodist Faith and for many years maintained membership in the Olive Branch Methodist church located 9 miles southwest of Olney.	Crosby, Nellie Lela (I45171)
2394	Early in life, he connected himself in business in Old Maysville, and at that time the firm with which he was connected bought up and slaughtered hogs of the surrounding county, built flat boats on the Little Wabash River and packed the products. When the river had its annual rise, the boats were floated out into the Big Wabash, then to the Ohio and on to the Mississippi and then to New Orleans.	Brissenden, Morris (I28834)
2395	Early in life, Mr. Yost moved to Olney from Preston township and engaged in business with J. C. Howard. The real estate business of Howard and Yost continued until Mr. Howard became States Attorney. His son entered the business and it became Yost and Son. Notes from Mary Giera: "Notes for DAVID O. YOST: married by J. M. Lingle, MG Notary public, attorney More About DAVID O. YOST: Burial: Haven Hill Cem Section B, Olney, Richland Co, IL"	Yost, David R. (I12742)
2396	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Family: Willaner, Johannes / Stoller, Elsbeth (F5249)
2397	Early Marriages of Richland County, Illinois 1840-1899 Volume 1, page 8 says they were married on December 7, 1848 by William Shore, J.P.	Family: Maglone, James / Henson, Mary 'Polly' (F104)
2398	Early on, Florence did some factory work but later found employment at Clay County Hospital, where she retired in 1989. She found enjoyment when working outside with her plants and garden. Her past times were crocheting, sewing, and playing Bingo.	Tolliver, Iva Florence (I33779)
2399	Earned The American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal and The WWII Victory Medal. (This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website) Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2097140	Aumiller, Harold Leon (I43117)
2400	Earned The Purple Heart with oak leaf cluster and The Bronze Star Medal. Source: https://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2085763	Banker, John Doherty 'Jack' (I21009)

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2351

Due to the condition of the cemetery, his headstone could not be located.

Knoles, David (I35113)

2352

Duff Grain Elevator, Clay City, Clay County, Illinois

Mitchell, James Calvin 'Jim' (I35)

2353

DUNDAS -- Kenneth Lee Klingler, 47, Dundas, died Tuesday (March 22, 2005).

Son of Georgia and Lawrence Klingler. He is survived by his mother and his wife, Martha.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10 a.m. Monday, Holy Cross Catholic Church, Wendelin.

Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney.

Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, Wendelin.

Memorials: Holy Cross Parish Center.

Herald & Review (Decatur, IL) - Thursday, March 24, 2005

Klingler, Kenneth Lee 'Kenny' (I51430)

2354

During her life Dodie worked at Flora International Shoe, East End Café, Gallery Restaurant, Flora Elks Club, and Midtown Package Liquors in Flora.
She was of the Baptist faith and had been a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Dodie was an avid sports fan, especially when following St. Louis Cardinals baseball.

Doris, Richard E. (I918)

2355

During her life Ruby worked for Horace Mann Insurance Company and Kelly Services both in Springfield. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Flora.

Lee, Ruby Mae (I36494)

2356

During her life she had worked at Spartan Manufacturing in Flora and also at AMF in Olney. Clara was a 50 year life member and past Worthy Matron of the Clay City Eastern Star Lodge and had attended First Christian Church in Flora. She was an artist and liked doing oil painting, enjoyed going dancing, and later in life became a St. Louis Cardinal fan and knew all the players names and numbers. Clara was a loving mother and grandmother and her family will miss her smile and laughter.

Leak, Clara (I13438)

2357

During her life she worked at Flora International Shoe, the Glove Factory in Effingham, and retired after working in housekeeping at Clay County Hospital in Flora. She was an active member of the Clay County Hospital Auxiliary and a dedicated member of the Flora First Baptist Church.

Dorothy loved being outside tending to her rose garden and other flowers and her grandchildren will always remember her for her decorated sugar cookies.

Montoney, Dorothy Helen (I11517)

2358

During her life she worked at Kerns Manufacturing, Clay County Hospital as a CNA, and at North American Lighting. Her most important job was to be mother to her 9 children and many others who she treated like her children. Joyce was a loyal and active member of Faith Tabernacle, a member of Clay County Senior Citizens, and enjoyed playing Pinochle and spending time with her friends.

Conner, Joyce Ann (I380)

2359

During her working years, Janice was employed at International Shoe Company, Sparton Manufacturing, and the Advocate Press, and was a member of the Flora Assembly of God for over 20 years. Janice was blessed with a special golden touch for gardening and growing beautiful flowers and plants, and she will be remembered for her everlasting love for her family.

Brown, Janice S. (I48703)

2360

During her working years, she worked at the Olney Garment Factory, Four Sisters Manufacturing, and Sparton Manufacturing. She was a member of First Southern Baptist Church where she also assisted with Vacation Bible School, and had been a member of Rebekahs.

Matilda had a love of family and has decorated many wedding, anniversary, and birthday cakes over the years. She was her own handyman, enjoyed sewing and crocheting, and shared her homemade jellies and jams with everyone.

Payne, Matilda Ann 'Toots' (I35732)

2361

During Marys working years, she was employed at Four Sisters Manufacturing and Flora Pavilion Nursing Center. She was also a member of Red Brush Christian Church.

Nosek, Mary Ann (I7391)

2362

During previous service in the Army of the U.S. from November 2, 1944 through October 26, 1945, completed basic training and qualified in the military occupational specialty of Supply Clerk (835). Honorably discharged and enlisted in the Regular Army on October 27, 1945 at Camp Swift, Texas. Departed the U.S. on January 19, 1946 bound for the European Theater of Operations. Assigned to and served with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Vienna Area Command. Earned the WWII Victory Medal and the Army Of Occupation Medal (Germany). Honorably discharged as a Private First Class on October 30, 1946 at the Separation Center, Fort George G. Meade, Maryland.

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

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2091317

Devore, William L. (I42692)

2363

During the war, although both of his brothers were in the U. S. Navy, John served in the United States Army. He arrived in England in 1943 and trained for the D-Day assault as part of Company F, 156th Infantry Regiment. Luck was with him, however, and he was assigned to guard senior Generals Eisenhower, Bradley, and others at Bushy Park, the Supreme Headquarters of the Allied Expeditionary Force.

Following D-Day, Company F moved to the continent, continuing to guard General Eisenhower and other allied commanders and dignitaries for the duration of the war. Among those he protected were Prime Minister Winston Churchill, General Patton, General Smith, Field Marshall Brooks, and the allied entourage at the little red school house in Rheims, France, where the Peace in Europe accords were signed. After 28 months overseas, with service in Canada, Scotland, England, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Germany, John Slover was honorably discharged in December, 1945.

Slover, John Willis (I40515)

2364

During their teen years, Imo Lee and her twin sister Loma Lee moved to Evansville, Indiana and later to Montana. After her marriage and becoming a homemaker, she worked hard to raise her family. Imo Lees memberships included the VFW Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary, and Flora Eagles and she enjoyed flowers and going to rummage sales.

Bateman, Imo Lee (I34576)

2365

During WWII she worked at a munitions factory. It was there that she was introduced by a co-worker to her future husband James M. Vest. They were married in Salina, KS on June 25, 1944. After the war they built their own home and later owned a neighborhood grocery store. During all of this time they managed to have four children. In June 1957 they packed up the four kids in a 1951 Oldsmobile and drove to Mesa. After the kids were all on their own Virginia and James moved to their retirement home in Dreamland Villa in Mesa. Virginia was able to spend many happy years in that community with many close friends. She has spent the last few years of her life as a happy resident of Carestone Assisted Living in Tempe.

Travis, Virginia Pearl (I38441)

2366

Durvid WEASE, 66, of Greenup, (formerly of Noble), died at 11:15 p.m., Friday, Aug. 27, 1993, at Carle Hospital in Champaign.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Noble with the Reverend George ROBERTS officiating. Burial will be at Leonard Cemetery. Visitation will be two hours prior to services at the funeral home.

Mr. WEASE was born in Noble, the son of Robert and Marie Ethel Cochenour Wease He married Elizabeth DUMELLE on Feb. 14, 1960.

Mr. WEASE was a retired laborer at Aurora Pump Company, Aurora.

Mr. WEASE is survived by his wife, Elizabeth and a son, Durvid WEASE II of Aurora.

Mr. WEASE was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers.

Wease, Durvid Abner (I11235)

2367

Dustin R. Hogan, age 35, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2015.

Dustin was born at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney, Illinois on Wednesday, October 31, 1979, at 8:23 p.m. to Kenneth R. and Deborah L. (Murbarger) Hogan. He married Andrea Dulaney on August 14, 1999, in Clarksville, TN.

Dustin was a 1998 graduate of North Clay High School where he avidly played baseball and basketball. Pursuing his dream, Dustin joined the U.S. Army immediately after high school and was selected for membership in the highly-trained Night Stalkers Special Operations Command from 2003-2007.

An outdoorsman since a young age, his interests throughout life included 4-wheeling, horseback riding, boating and scuba diving. Dustin was once the recipient of Clay City Bass Club's Rookie Award. Some of his favorite times were spent taking Mariah hunting and fishing. Dustin had a passion for life and seeking opportunities for adventure, but his family held the most special place in his heart.

He is survived by his daughter: Mariah Hogan; father: Kenneth R. Hogan; mother: Debbie Hogan; brother: Cody (Heather)Hogan; maternal grandmother: Retha (the late Eath) Murbarger; father-in-law and mother-in-law: Tony and Cathy Dulaney; aunts and uncles: Dennis Murbarger, Donna (Ken) Kessler, Ray (Dorris) Rutland, Anna Kay Thompson, Pearlavon (Frankie) Wilkins; a number of cousins and other special people.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Ernest James Hogan and Ernest James and Edna Jane Mounts, and maternal grandfather: Eath Murbarger.

A funeral service for Dustin Hogan will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 25, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 24, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be given for the benefit of Mariah and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Hogan, Dustin R. (I33600)

2368

Dwain Dean Brant, 82, of Petersburg, and formerly of Ingraham, passed away 7:40 PM, Sunday, October 18, 2020, at the Springfield Memorial Hospital.

Dean was born on July 18, 1938, in Ingraham, the son of the late Johnnie Murphy and Ina Corrine (Lewis) Brant. He married Donna Fehrenbacher on June 19, 1960 at the Clay City Baptist Church, and they shared 60 years of marriage. Dean worked as a barber, worked for the Road Master Factory for over 37 years, and had a lifetime love of farming. He was a member of the Ingraham Christian Church for many years, and then in 2013 became a member of the Bible Grove Christian Church. Dean loved to play horseshoes and bowl, he also loved to sing in the Kingdom Men Quartet, he and his wife sang in many weddings and funerals over the years. Dean really enjoyed a good meal and loved to garden.

Dean is survived by his wife; Donna Brant, of Petersburg, Illinois, children; Josh (Jackie) Brant, of Petersburg, Shelley (Richard) Murry, of Ringgold, Georgia, Deanna (John) Cox, of Concord, North Carolina, 9 grandchildren; Jonathan (Nicole) Cox, of Lincoln, Illinois, Jennifer Cox, of Concord, North Carolina, Brant (Amanda) Murry, of Calhoun, Georgia, Jordan (Sarah) Murry, of Rocky Face, Georgia, Jacob Brant, Johnnie Brant, Joseline Brant, Jillian Bran, Joshua Brant, Jr., all of Petersburg. 7 great grandchildren; Charlotte Cox, Cordelia Cox, both of Lincoln, Zoey Molina, Emma Molina, both of Concord, North Carolina, Sadie Murry, of Calhoun, Georgia, Ridgeland Hixon, Reid Murry, both of Rocky Face, Georgia. He is also survived by a brother; Dennis (Janet) Brant, of Fairfield, Illinois, sister-in-law; Lou Anna Brant of Clay City, Illinois, and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Brant was preceded in death by his parents, and brother; Donald Brant.

Brant, Dwain 'Dean' (I29623)

2369

E. Cecil Michcls, 53, twin brother of Mrs. Ina Barnett of this city died quite suddenly Monday at his farm home near Bloomfield, Mo.

Mr. Michels was maintenance man in the International Shoe Co. plant at Dexter, Mo. and had also followed farming since going to
Missouri in 1932. Prior to that time he had been a carpenter at the Texaco Refinery in Lawrenceville.

He is survived by his wife, the former Ruth Sager, his twin sister Mrs. Barnett of this city, another sister, Mrs. E. K. Bridges of near Bogota; and two brothers, Harry Michels of Olney and C. R. Michels of Calhoun.

The body will be returned to Lawrenceville and funeral services held from there.

Obit from an Olney, IL area newspaper

Michels, Earnest Cecil (I18063)

2370

E. Cecil Michcls, 53, twin brother of Mrs. Ina Barnett of this city died quite suddenly Monday at his farm home near Bloomfield, Mo.

Michels, Earnest Cecil (I18063)

2371

E. Mae Lomas, 89, of Olney, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2014 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Johnson, Eliza Mae (I20656)

2372

E. McGilton, lawyer, Clay City, was born in Belmont County. Ohio. January 6, 1838, and is a son of Philip and Hannah (Perkins) McGilton. The father was born in Ohio, and died when subject was but four years of age. The mother was a native of Belmont County, that State, her father having come from Scotland in an early day. To her were born three children, of whom subject was the second, and the only one now living. Jehu, one of the children, died in Andersonville Prison in 1864.

Mr. McGilton's education was obtained in both the free and subscription schools of his native county. At the age of fifteen, he commenced to learn the shoe-maker's trade, and followed it until 1859. In that year he commenced to read law with Mr. Eli Headlay, of Cameron, Mon roe Co., Ohio. He studied with that gentleman until October, 1861, when he was admilted to practice in the courts of Ohio.

He soon after came to Clay City, Ill. where he has since resided. He is the only resident attorney at this point, and practices in Justices', County and State Courts. Mr. McGilton has been married three times. The first marriage took place in Monroe County, Ohio, in January, 1860. The bride was Miss Mary Jane Cathell, a daughter of Putnam Cathell, a native of New Jersey. To this lady were born three children, two of whom are now livingCharles A. and Laura B. She died in November, 1870. On December 15, 1872, he was married the second time to Miss Rachel Brummet, a daughter of Lewis Brummet, of Indiana. This union resulted in two children, both of whom are now dead, and the mother also died in the fall of 1876.

Mr. McGilton was married the third time, in Clay City Township, on August 10, 1878, to Miss Phoebe Chaney, a daughter of Abel and Christina Chaney. Both parents were natives of Pennsylvania. Two children blessed this marriage, one of whom, Leonidas L. , is now living. This child was born on August 20, 1882.

Subject has been identified with the Democratic party through life. He has not been a seeker for office, but has given his attention principally to his own affairs. He has however served a number of terms as Town Clerk and is also Notary Public.

He is connected with the Southern Methodist Church, and is also a member of Clay City Lodge, No. 384, I. O. O. F.; is at present serving as Noble Grand of the lodge.

Excerpt from "History of Wayne and Clay Counties, Illinois 1884 "

McGilton, Everhart (I18644)

2373

E. Merle Bennett, 91, 1021 N. East St., Greensburg, died Monday, Dec. 5, 1994 in Decatur County Memorial Hospital.

Born Sept. 10, 1903 in Rinard, Ill., she was the daughter of Elmer and Bertha (Towsley) Purdy. She was married in October 1924 to Jasper (Jack) F. Bennett in Princeton, Ind. He preceded her in death on Sept. 8, 1973.

She was a housewife, a member of the Greensburg United Methodist Church since 1926 and a parish visitor for several years. She was also a member of the Eastern Star, served as a Gray Lady at the hospital, and belonged to Sigma Psi Iota Xi Sorority.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Jack (Betty) Kixmiller, Greensburg and Norma Beagle, Greensburg; one sister, Fern Hunley, Clay City, Ill.; three grandsons and three great-grandchildren also survive.

She was preceded in death by one brother, Lowell Purdy.

Funeral services will be Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Gilliland-Howe Funeral Home with Rev. Tony Alstott officiating.

Burial will be in South Park Cemetery.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the services at he funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church.

--Greensburg Daily News
--Tuesday, December 6, 1994

Purdy, E Merle (I21999)

2374

E.L. Bosomworth, 92, of Olney, and formerly of St. James, died on Thursday, June 17, 2010.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Stein-Stine Cemetery in St. James, with the Rev. Scott Carlson officiating. Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Memorials: First United Methodist Church of Olney or Richland Heritage Museum. Online condolences may be made at kaber14@yahoo.com or www.summers-kistler.com.
Mr. Bosomworth was born Jan. 29, 1918, near St. James, the son of Leroy and Lottie Stein Bosomworth. He married Nellie Lucile Waters of Owaneco in Hornbeck, Tenn., in June 1941; she died on April 1, 2010.
He is survived by a son Kevin Bosomworth of Spring, Texas.
LEADER UNION
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Elwyn Leroy (E.L., Phil) Bosomworth, 92, of Olney, retired Dean of Students for Olney Central College, former president of Richland Heritage Museum passed away June 17, 2010.

Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Stein/Stine Cemetery in St. James with Reverend Scott Carlson officiating. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney is in charge of arrangements.

E.L. was born January 29, 1918, near St. James, Ill. He was the son of Leroy and Lottie Stein Bosomworth. After attending schools in St. James and graduating from St. Elmo High School, E.L. attended both Illinois State University and University of Illinois. He received his bachelor's degree in Agriculture Education from the University of Illinois in 1941 and his master's degree from that same university in 1951.
Summers-Kistler Funeral Home

Bosomworth, Elwyn Leroy 'E. L.' (I54823)

2375

Earl "Bart" Richardson, 62, of Noble, Illinois, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021 at his residence.

Bart was born June 19, 1959 in Clay County, Illinois, he was the 10th child of 12 children born to John and Allene (Burton) Richardson.

Bart was a graduate of West Richland High School, class of 1977. He worked in Olney, Illinois at Roadmaster and Jabat. He was the 10th child of 12 children born to John and Allene (Burton) Richardson.

Bart is survived by his brother, Jerry (Darlene) Richardson of Noble; brother, Jim (Julia) Richardson of Olney; sister, Eva (Rick) Toumbs of Chatham; sister, Ginger (Rick) Harper of Passport; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Kenny, Harold, Ronnie, Ike, and Gene Richardson; sisters, Pat Beal and Linda Harris; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Richardson, Earl 'Bart' (I19787)

2376

Earl "Hambone" Eldon Hamilton, age 88, of Louisville, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017 at 2:42 am, at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL.

Hambone was born on October 5, 1929, in Clay County, IL, the son of the late Earl Theodore Hamilton and the late Juanita Cornelia (Lynn) Hamilton.

He was self employed as an oil driller, carpenter and farmer. He spent many years as an antique dealer and finisher and loved to go to sales.

Hambone is survived by wife Betty (Brown) Hamilton of Louisville; sons Mike Hamilton, Greg (Deanna) Hamilton, and Kim (Shari) Hamilton all of Flora; daughters Ava Siterlet of Springfield, IL and Trudy (Dave) Koontz of Flora; twenty-nine grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren.

Arrangements are entrusted to J.W. Neal Funeral Home of Louisville where the family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, November 1, 2017. A private family services and burial will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donors choice.

Hamilton, Earl Eldon 'Hambone' (I50394)

2377

Earl A. Yates, 54, a well known Rinard farmer died in a St. Louis hospital.

Mr. Yates, the son of Mr. & Mrs. Guy Yates, had been a patient at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis since Nov. 25, suffering from cell complications in the brain.

Yates, Earl Alfred (I31061)

2378

Earl Bryan Eckelberry, 41

Earl Bryan Eckelberry, 41, died March 19, 2004 due to an automobile accident.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 22, 2004 at Leavitt Funeral Home in Parkersburg, WV. Pastors Joe Ward and Bill Dulaney will officiate. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Brandon and Blake's college fund, courtesy of Dave Miller, Primerica Financial Services, 2814 Camden Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26101.

Mr. Eckelberry was born in St. Croix Falls, WI, son of Dale F. and Marjorie S. (Payne) Eckelberry.

He worked at Ames True Temper since 1994 and was a member of the Blennerhassett Bass Club. He was a Yeoman in the United States Navy.

Survivors include his parents; wife Michele Eckelberry of Danville; sons Brandon Earl and Blake Edwards Eckelberry of Danville; maternal grandparents Earl and Doris Payne of Clay City; mother and father-in-law Edward Earl and Nancy Davis of Davisville; and many other family members.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Eldoris Bryan and Mildred Marie Eckelberry

Eckelberry, Earl Bryan (I903)

2379

Earl Dean Bratton, age 68, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Friday afternoon, June 10, 2022, at Hamilton Memorial Hospital in McLeansboro.

Dean was born January 7, 1954, in Flora, the son of Cecil Vernon and Rosamond Lee (Marvel) Bratton.

He worked throughout his life in the oilfields, for the City of Fairfield, at NAL, and also as a truck driver. Fishing, gardening, and hunting for arrowheads were some of his favorite ways to spend time. Dean will also be remembered for his appreciation of horses and the traditions of the Western cowboy lifestyle. He and Mary Ellen were members of First Southern Baptist Church of Flora.

Dean is survived by his wife of 26 years: Mary Ellen Johnson Bratton of Flora; a stepdaughter: Paula Young Denton of Flora; 2 grandkids: Ryan (Dawn) Wiles and Stevi (Josh) Brinkley of Flora; 4 great-grandkids: Alex and Shae Wiles, and Izzabella and Kimp Brinkley; 2 sisters: Joyce Hagerud and Jan Vaught of Fairfield; a nephew and a niece: Robert Bratton and Susan Grove of Fairfield; a great-niece and 2 great-nephews: Abigail Galbraith and Lucas & Caleb Galbraith; an aunt: Dolores (the late Don) Bratton of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; as well as many nieces and nephews by marriage. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister: Virginia Grimes.

A visitation will be from 6 until 7 p.m. on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Private burial will be later at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Wayne County. Memorial donations are suggested to First Southern Baptist Church of Flora and will be accepted through the funeral home.

Bratton, Cecil Vernon (I51882)

2380

Bratton, Earl Dean (I52752)

2381

Earl died of a heart attack at the Richland County Hospital in Olney, Illinois.

Lents, Earl Aloyisius (I500)

2382

Earl E. WEASE, 74, of Noble, died at 7:40 p.m. Saturday Nov. 12, 1994 at his home.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Noble with Brother William LITTLE officiating. Burial will be in the Smith Cemetery rural Clay County. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m.

Mr. WEASE was born on June 5, 1920, in Richland County, the son of John A. and Clara Mae (RYKER) WEASE. He married Ruth V. SCAMMAHORN Aug. 3, 1943.

He worked in the receiving department at AMF. He was a Jehovah's Witness.

He is survived by his wife, of Noble; two sons, Glen E. WEASE, of Wyoming, and D. WEASE, of Dion, AK; two daughters, Mrs. Clifton (Betty Jean) WILSON, of Noble, and Norma Jane STONE, of West Liberty; a brother, Chester WEASE, of Olney; five sisters, Edith BOXELL, of Flora, Alice PATTERSON, of Clay City, Mildred PATTERSON, and Mabel SOUDER, both of Noble, and Leone MASTRONI of Champaign; 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Mr. WEASE was preceded in death by his parents.

Wease, Earl Eugene (I2925)

2383

Earl E. WEASE, 74, of Noble, died at 7:40 p.m. Saturday Nov. 12, 1994 at his home.

Wease, Earl Eugene (I2925)

2384

Earl Edwin Payne, 79, of Olney, IL, formerly of Clay City, died May 20, 2006, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Mr. Payne was born April 9, 1927 in Clay County, the son of Crawford and Bertha Earhart Payne. He married Famie Gray January 11, 1953.

He was a retired meat cutter and member of Clay City First Baptist church. He was a U. S. Army veteran, and a member of Olney Oddfellows, and Sailor Springs American Legion.

Survivors include his wife; a daughter Earlene Cunningham; a son, David Payne; a brother, Sherman Payne; a sister, Dorothy Brown; and two grandchildren.

Preceding him in death were his parents, four brothers, Robert, Walter, Glen, and Ralph; and two sisters, Amy Grabowski and Edna Wyatt.

Funeral services were held at Clay City First Baptist Church with burial in Clay City Cemetery.

Graveside military rites were handled by the Sailor Springs American Legion.

Summers-Kistler Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

(Published Hometown Journal)

Payne, Earl Edwin (I776)

2385

Earl Ellsworth Patterson, 82, of Niantic and a native of Olney, died Saturday evening at the Americana Nursing Center at Decatur. He was born near Olney, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Patterson and had lived in Decatur and Niantic for many years where he was a retired employee of the Wagner Casting Co. He was formerly a farmer.

Patterson, Earl Elsworth (I22360)

2386

Earl Harmon, age 51, well known resident of Olney, passed away on Saturday evening at Jackson Hospital where he had been a patient for the past four weeks.

Harmon, Earl (I40931)

2387

Earl Harry Snow, 73, a resident of Clay City the past five years, passed away Wednesday.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Chapel of the Easley & Padgett Funeral Home with Bro. Jesse Kindred officiating. Burial will be in Hanna Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home.

Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Florence Nash and Mrs. Beulah Nash, both of Elvis, Mo.; Mrs. Blanche Nash of Iron Mountain, Mo. and Annie Hurt of St. Louis, Mo.

Also surviving are the following step-children: Bert Patterson of Noble, Orville Patterson of Clay City, John Patterson of Pontiac, Mrs. Margaret McDowell of Noble, Mrs. Elsie Taylor of Noble, Mrs. Dorothy Finnigan of Clay City, Leroy Nash, Helen Nash and Elsie Hurt of Graniteville, Mo., Deltert Hurt of St. Louis, Mo., Floyd Hurt, Annie Jones and Marcella Gault, all of Graniteville, Mo.

Obit from a local newspaper

Snow, Earl Harry (I13304)

2388

Earl Leroy Slover, age 89, of Flora, IL passed away on June 23, 2009.

He was born July 20, 1919 to Leroy and Florence (Bothwell) Slover, the fifth of seven children.

Earl enlisted in the Navy in 1942. As an enlisted man, Earl was one of the relatively few naval veterans who fought WWII on both sides of the world, serving from 1942-1945. He first saw action in operation torch and the invasion of North Africa. Then he saw action in the South Pacific, including the invasion of Okinawa and preparations for the invasion of Japan, which was not needed after the use of the atomic bomb and the surrender of Japan.

Earl married Jacquie Dillman of Louisville on September 25, 1948. Earl had one son previously, J.W. Slover and he and Jacquie had a son, Douglas Slover. Earl retired from the Flora Unit #35 School District in 1982. He was a hard worker who held several jobs throughout his life and was dedicated to them, as well as life. Earl was a dedicated member of the First Christian Church of Flora, IL for over 60 years. He was also a 60 year member of the Masonic Lodge #204, Veteran of Foreign War Post #3999 and American Legion Post #14, all of Flora.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jacquie; two sons: Jerry "J.W." Slover & wife Joy of Delaware, OH and Douglas Slover & wife Debbie of St. Peter, IL; 7 grandchildren: Kyle Slover & wife Michelle of Morrisville, NC, Karla Sargent of Cincinnati, OH, Carla Bender and husband Pat of Henderson, KY, Erik Slover & friend Ama Hapke of Marion, IL, Kristan Slover of Flora, Jeremy Cook & friend Danielle Moats of Flora, and Justin Cook & wife Brittany of Terre Haute, IN. He is also survived by two siblings: a sister, Clara Helen Boyd of Salem, IL and a brother, John Slover & wife Thelma of Flora; a brother-in-law: Robert Hockman of Flora; along with several grandchildren.

Earl was preceded in death by his parents (Leroy and Florence Slover), a brother (Robert Slover), and 3 sisters ( Doris Slover, Dorothy McGrew, and Margaret Hockman).

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Friday (June 26, 2009) at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Burial will be in Orchard Hill Cemetery, Louisville, with military honors. Visitation will be from 5-8 PM Thursday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home with 8 PM Masonic Rites. Memorials may be made to Clay County Hospice or Clay County Cancer Support Group.

Slover, Earl Leroy (I32740)

2389

Earl M. HERDES, 85, of Clay City, died at 3 a.m., Tuesday, May 16, 1995, at the Clay County Hospital.

Mr. HERDES was born on Feb. 3, 1910, in Clay County, the son of Charles and Ruby (BYRNE) HERDES. He married Lelia May MITCHEL in 1930. She died in 1994. He was a retired farmer, and a member of the Sailor Springs Christian Church.

Surviving are one son, David HERDES, of Clay City; three daughters, Donna HERDES of Clay City, Dionne CREAMER of Louisville, and Darlene LAMBIRD of Clay City; one sister, Sadie EVANS of Clay City; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one brother, one sister and one grandson.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, at the Sailor Springs Christian Church. Brother Larry SCHNAUTZ and Brother Neal KENLEY will officiate at the services. Burial will be in Smith Cemetery, rural Clay City. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at the Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Clay City. Memorials may be made to the Pine Haven or Oblong Children's Home.

Herdes, Earl Monroe (I12486)

2390

Earl Smith, 78, of Clay City, died at 8:45 a.m. Wednesday at John Cochran Veterans Hospital, St. Louis, Mo.

Born March 5, 1896 in Clay County, he married Laura Cooper May 21, 1921 in Sailor Springs. She survives.

Mr. Smith was a member of the Clay City American Legion and the Flora VFW.

Also surviving are a son, Willard, Lake Villa; a daughter, Mrs. Lindell (Betty) Tolliver, LaPorte, Ind.; two brothers, Harold, of Clay City, and Opal, Detroit, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs.
Hazel Webb, Mrs. Ethel Bryant and Mrs. Maydine Snell, all of Clay City; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild.

Services will be at the Cardascio- Easley Funeral Home, Clay City. Burial will be in the Clay City Cemetery.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, November 21, 1974.

Smith, Earl Alva (I31746)

2391

Earl W. Dulaney Battle Creek Earl W. Dulaney, age 91 of Battle Creek, formerly of Albion passed away Friday, August 12, 2011 at Brookdale Senior Living in Battle Creek, Michigan. He was born June 20, 1920 in Flora, Illinois to Charles A. and Iris Lee (Simpson) Dulaney. On July 11, 1945 he married Jane Walker who survives. Earl was a veteran of the Army Air Force. He was a tool specialist and safety inspector for Haliburton. Earl is survived by: Wife- Jane Dulaney of Battle Creek. Daughters- Phyllis (Victor Zeuzem) Dulaney of San Mateo, CA., Syd (Hank James) Dulaney of Plainwell, Son- Pat (Rose) Dulaney of Marshall, Sister- Ruth (Roy) Stanford of Flora, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Evelyn Walters and Alice Coulter, brothers Harry, Harold and Charles Dulaney. According to his wishes Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, August 19, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 305 E. Porter Street, Albion with Rev. John Sterner officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at the church. Assistance with Memorial Contributions to: Citizens to Beautify Albion or First Presbyterian Church of Albion is available at the Funeral Home www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

Dulaney, Earl W. (I43609)

2392

Earl was tragically killed when he was struck by a car.

Winchester, Earl (I20370)

2393

Early in life she accepted the Methodist Faith and for many years maintained membership in the Olive Branch Methodist church located 9 miles southwest of Olney.

Crosby, Nellie Lela (I45171)

2394

Early in life, he connected himself in business in Old Maysville, and at that time the firm with which he was connected bought up and slaughtered hogs of the surrounding county, built flat boats on the Little Wabash River and packed the products. When the river had its annual rise, the boats were floated out into the Big Wabash, then to the Ohio and on to the Mississippi and then to New Orleans.

Brissenden, Morris (I28834)

2395

Early in life, Mr. Yost moved to Olney from Preston township and engaged in business with J. C. Howard. The real estate business of Howard and Yost continued until Mr. Howard became States Attorney. His son entered the business and it became Yost and Son.

Notes from Mary Giera:

"Notes for DAVID O. YOST:
married by J. M. Lingle, MG
Notary public, attorney

More About DAVID O. YOST:
Burial: Haven Hill Cem Section B, Olney, Richland Co, IL"

Yost, David R. (I12742)

2396

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

Family: Willaner, Johannes / Stoller, Elsbeth (F5249)

2397

Early Marriages of Richland County, Illinois 1840-1899 Volume 1, page 8 says they were married on December 7, 1848 by William Shore, J.P.

Family: Maglone, James / Henson, Mary 'Polly' (F104)

2398

Early on, Florence did some factory work but later found employment at Clay County Hospital, where she retired in 1989. She found enjoyment when working outside with her plants and garden. Her past times were crocheting, sewing, and playing Bingo.

Tolliver, Iva Florence (I33779)

2399

Earned The American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal and The WWII Victory Medal.

(This information has been posted on the National World War II Memorial's Registry of Remembrances website)

Source: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2097140

Aumiller, Harold Leon (I43117)

2400

Earned The Purple Heart with oak leaf cluster and The Bronze Star Medal.

Source: https://www.wwiimemorial.com/Registry/plaque.aspx?honoreeID=2085763

Banker, John Doherty 'Jack' (I21009)

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