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8801	Roy Vernon McVaigh Jr., 85, of Parkersburg, died at 9:16 p.m. Wednesday, December 25, 2013, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Funeral services held at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney with Pastor Mike Baker officiating. Burial with full military rites in Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg. Mr. McVaigh was born May 1, 1928, in Calhoun, the son of Roy Vernon and Grace (Newberry) McVaigh. He married Patricia A. McVaigh on September 12, 1956, in Corinth, Miss. She preceded him in death on September 6, 2002. Roy "Junior" McVaigh held many memberships, including being a member of the Masonic Lodge, charter member of Parkersburg Ruritan Club, past commander and more than 60 years of membership to American Legion Post 30 in Olney, member of Olney Elks Lodge, Eagles Lodge, and 40&8. Junior served in the U.S. Army for two years and was a Korean War veteran. Junior was a retired Rural U.S. Postal Carrier after 35 years. He was a member of United Methodist in Parkersburg. Mr. McVaigh is survived by a daughter, Marilyn Berry, of Parkersburg; daughter, Kimberly Paddock and husband Kevin, of Olney; daughter, Linda Griffin, of Parkersburg; son, Daniel McVaigh and wife Rebecca, of West Salem; son, Douglas McVaigh and wife Holly, of Burlington, Ky.; son, Derrick McVaigh and wife Kathie, of Evansville, Ind.; daughter, Roxanne Marshall, of Selma, Calif.; 22 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Rosemary Ellen Gustin; sister, Betty Lee McVaigh; sister, Leona Mae Kline; brother, Donald Rex McVaigh; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and brothers, Eugene "Dutch" McVaigh, Larry "Bud" McVaigh and Robert "Bob" McVaigh. Olney Daily Mail (IL) ~ Friday, December 27, 2013	McVaigh, Roy Vernon Jr. (I54876)
8802	Roy W. "Windy" Reichman, 88, of Olney, died at 9:45 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2003, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Monday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Minister Jimmy McKinney officiating. Burial will be in Haven Hill Memorial Garden in Olney. Mr. Reichman was born on February 15, 1915, in Ottawa, the son of Ernest E. and Mina (Travis) Reichman. He married Mary Gaddy on September 15, 1936. She survives. He was a retired production foreman for Pure Oil and Union Oil. He was a member of Olney Elks. Mr. Reichman is survived by his wife, Mary Reichman, of Olney; a son, John R. Reichman and his wife, Peggy, of Linton, Ind.; a daughter, Kathy Wilson and her husband, Dick, of Olney; a sister, Marie Lynn, of Florida; and five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Kenneth. Memorials may be made to Olney Public Library.	Reichman, Roy Wendell (I60111)
8803	Roy was a retired Missionary Baptist Minister, Heavy Equipment Operator and a member of Cisne Missionary Baptist Church.	Rogers, Roy Leland (I18263)
8804	Roy, son of Lewis and Louisa Lane, was born July 12, 1889, in Wayne county, in the Cisne-Geff vicinity, and he grew to manhood and spent his life in that general area. For some 12 years he was employed with the Pure Oil company but retired in December, 1954. Mr. Lane was a member of the Buckeye Christian church. Also, the Beech Bluff Order of the Sword of Bunker Hill No. 68 and the Masonic Lodge.	Lane, Roy (I19399)
8805	Royce A. Potts, 82, of Olney, died 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 1991 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9 at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home with Rev. Bob Logan presiding. Burial will be in Zion Cemetery in rural Lawrenceviile. Visitation will be tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. with Masonic Rites at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Potts was born Oct. 3, 1908 in Lawrence County, the son of Fred and Grace (Stokley) Potts. He married Albertia Bowers on Sept. 14, 1935 in Lawrence County and she survives. Mr. Potts was a retired Production Foreman in Petroleum. He was honored as one of Richland County's oldest oilfield workers at the 50th Anniversary Oil and Gas Industry Celebration in July 1988 and he received a commemorative plaque. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Olney. He was also a member of Olney Masonic Lodge #140 A.F. & A.M., O.E.S. #100, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Amad Temple of East St. Louis, Center Shrine Club of Olney, and Sword of Bunker Hill. Survivors include his wife, Albertia; one brother, Charles Potts of Lawrenceville; one sister, Ladonna Medlin of Bridgeport; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and three sisters. Published in Olney Daily Mail, IL	Potts, Royce A. (I60933)
8806	Ruben Jones, 72, Terre Haute,IN, formerly of south of Clay City, passed away Monday in Terre Haute. He movea to Terre Haute 27 years ago. Surviving are his wife, Minnie; three daughters, Mrs. Joel Jordan of Farmersburg, Ind., Mrs. Faye Noel of Farmersburg, Ind., Mrs. Elizabeth Williams of Terre Haute, Ind.; three sons. Arthur of Las Vegas, Nev., Harold and Norton, both of Terre Haute; two step-children; Gail Stanford of Clay City is a nephew. Services will be in Terre Haute. The body will be brought to the Mt.Zion cemetery west of Clay City for burial where graveside services will be held. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, May, 1969.	Jones, Ruben (I42449)
8807	Ruby A. Moseley, 76, 1029 N. Fair, died at the Olney Care Center on Sunday afternoon. Services will be Wednesday at the St. Paul United Methodist Church at 1:30 with Rev. Ellis Dugger presiding. Burial will be in the Clay City Cemetery. Visitation is from 3-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Summers Funeral Home, and from 12 p.m. until time of service at the church. Mrs. Moseley was born in Clay County on April 8, 1903, daughter of Soeke and Mattie (Dickens) Poppen. She married Harry Lee Moseley in Clay City in 1923, and he died in 1941. She is survived by a son, David, of Charlotte, N,C.; a daughter, Mrs. Willis (Margaret Ellen) Ivy, of Olney; and 6 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; a sister, Margaret Blacklidge; and a brother, Albert Poppen. She was a charter member of the St. Paul United Methodist Church. Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Poppen, Ruby A. (I30716)
8808	Ruby Althea Welty, Rt 1, Flora, died at Salem Memorial Hospital today at 12:45 a.m. She was 68. She was born Sept. 15, 1909 in Flora to Arthur and Nellie Smith. On Apr;il 11, 1936 in Salem, she married John Welty. She is survived by her husband John of Flora, sons, Dr. John H Welty, TerreHaute, Ind., and Dr Stephen Welty, Salem; daughters, Mrs. Wayne (Jean) Owens, Clay City, Mrs. Patricia Pruitt, and Mrs Donald (Linda )Boyd all of Clay City, and Ruth Ann Welty, Flora: a brother Norman R. Smith, Flora: a sister, Mrs. Edgar (Winifred) Smith, Flora; and 13 grandchildren. Services will be at the Cardascio Funeral Home, Flora, with visitation. Burial will be in Rusk Cemetery in rural Flora. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, Jan, 1978.	Smith, Ruby Althea (I20485)
8809	Ruby Evelyn (Powless) McGannon died peacefully on April 15, 2007 in her room at Bellevue Nursing Home at the age of 92. Born in Cisne, Illinois in 1914, Ruby was the only daughter of James and Daisy Powless. Although Alzheimer's disease took her memory, Ruby's quiet, gentle spirit and sense of humor never left. She spent her life truly devoted to her family and enjoyed bowling, bingo, Remington Park and trips to Las Vegas. She outlived her entire family including her four brothers, Elmer, Roy, Cecil and Floyd. In 1933, she married John J. McGannon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Flora, Illinois and celebrated 58 years of marriage before he died in 1991. Her daughter-in-law, Toni McGannon and step grandson, Larry Stoddard also preceded her death. She is survived by her two sons, Mike (Susan) and Tom (Michelle); two grandchildren, Missy (Jason) Lynch and Michael McGannon; two step grandchildren, Rev. Stephen V. Hamilton and John Hamilton; and two great-grandchildren, Kelly and Ryan Lynch. The long goodbye is finally over. May she rest peacefully in the arms of our Heavenly Father. A memorial service will be held at Rose Hill Cemetery Chapel on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. Published in The Oklahoman on 4/17/2007.	Powless, Ruby Evelyn (I32630)
8810	Ruby Geraldine Shroyer, age 79, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Tuesday morning, April 26, 2022, at her home. She was born March 4, 1943, in Commerce, Missouri, the daughter of Charles Lysander and Alberta Irene (Gross) Taylor. She was united in marriage to William Edward Shroyer Sr. on December 8, 1961, and he preceded her in death in 1993. Ruby worked at Head Start in Flora for 16 years. She enjoyed flowers, hummingbirds, playing Bingo, and sitting on the front porch with her neighbors, children, and grandchildren. In her younger years she enjoyed time spent at the cabin with her husband and kids. Ruby will be remembered for her stubborn ways, and for being a loving mom and grandma. She was preceded in death by her parents: Lysander and Alberta Taylor; husband: William "Bucky" Shroyer Sr.; son: Richard Nolan Shroyer; sister: Sharon Harper; brother: Charles Taylor; and a grandson: Brent Edward Shroyer. Interment: Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs	Taylor, Ruby Geraldine (I54014)
8811	Ruby Irene Scott Akins, 92, of Noble, died Friday, May 11, 2012, at Burgin Manor in Olney. Visitation at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Noble. Funeral services at the funeral home with Pastor Blake Chenoweth officiating. Burial in Noble Cemetery in Noble. Mrs. Akins was born September 18, 1919, in Noble, the daughter of James E. and Millie M. (Bretton) Scott, of Kansas. She married Robert E. Akins. He preceded her in death in September of 1986. She had worked at Olney Garment Factory and was a cook at West Richland Elementary School. She was a member of Noble Christian Church. Mrs. Akins is survived by her daughter-in-law, Sarah (Campbell) Akins, of Lenoir, N.C.; grandchildren, Scott Akins and wife, Ashley, of Hudson, N.C., Todd Akins and wife, Jill, of Charlotte, N.C., Cheryl Watts and husband, Brian, of Lenoir, N.C., and Cynthia Akins, of Lenoir, N.C.; seven great-grandchildren, Savannah Akins, Stella Akins, Liam Akins, Ross Watts, Raegan Watts, Logan Arnold and Leslie Arnold; and several nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Millie Scott; husband, Robert Akins; son, Jerry Wayne Akins; an infant son, Robert Eugene Akins Jr.; two brothers; and one sister. Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)	Scott, Ruby Irene (I51103)
8812	Ruby L.Hagen, 78, rural Mason, died at her home at 7:15 a.m. Wednesday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Neal Funeral Home, Louisville. Mrs. Hagen was born on March 23, 1902, in Clay County to John and Anna (Archer) Wilson. She married Harvey D. Hagen, who preceded her in death in 1978. Mrs. Hagen is survived by six sons, Harvey W. Hagen of Louisville, Carl Hagen of Mason, Warren Hagen of Dixon, Richard Hagen of Bloomington, Lubert Hagen of Effingham and Alan Hagen of Rock Island; five daughters, Mrs. Jule Zindars of West Lake, Ohio, Mrs. Anna Krutsinger of Flora, Mrs.Lillian Jones of Lingoner, Ind., Mrs. Mary Lou Harbert of Charlotte, N.C., and Mrs. Alice Papendorf of Marion, Wic., one sister, Mrs. Ruth Montgomery of Hutchinson, Kan.;62 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the Neal Funeral Home in Louisville with Robert Johnson and Keith Freeman officiating. Burial will be in Orchard Hill Cemetery. Visitaion will be 3-9 p.m.Friday at the funeral homes. The family requests that memorials be sent to the Heart Fund or Diabetic Fund	Wilson, Ruby Lillian (I34168)
8813	Ruby Lee Warren, age 89, of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Clay County Hospital in Flora.	Lee, Ruby Mae (I36494)
8814	Ruby Rowena Bennett, 75, 101 E. Brentwood, Olney, died Friday, Feb 23, 1990, in her home.	Hough, Ruby Rowena (I18046)
8815	Ruby Tonn, 64, Louisville, died Saturday afternoon at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur. Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the John T. Frank Funeral Home in Louisville. Burial will be in the Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. today in the funeral home. Mrs. Tonn was born in Clay City on Aug. 11, 1915, the daughter of William and Rosa (Ross) Dunahee. She married Kenneth Thomas. He died August, 1970. In December 1973, she married Wayne P. Tonn and he survives. She is survived by three daughters, Sabra Van Dyke, Louisville; Alice Mosely, St. Charles, Mo.; and Bertha Stanford, Hacinda Heights, Ca.; four (brothers, Hancel Dunahee, Clay City, Pearl, Olney, Ivan, Calhoun, and Jeff, Collinsville; four sisters, Edna Wease, Crown Point, Ind., Mary Wease, Flora, Pat Carroll, Olney, and Avis Eckelberry, Opella. She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and her first husband. Olney Daily Mail, 1980, Olney, IL	Dunahee, Ruby (I13389)
8816	Ruby Victoria Bussard, 73, of Olney, died at 10:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2002 at her residence	Hough, Ruby Victoria (I18042)
8817	Ruby worked as a prep cook at The Holiday for many years and she also helped on the Fire Rescue Squad. She was a devoted mother and grandmother.	Harmon, Ruby Jean (I40963)
8818	Ruby's obituary lists her mother's name as Minnie Ragsdale, other sources list her as Minnie Cockerel Mrs. Weaver retired as a waitress from Holland Truck Stop, Flora.	Hunley, Ruby R. (I19905)
8819	Rufus W. Budde, 82, of Louisville died at 12:27 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at home. Mr. Budde was born Aug. 19, 1926, in Clay County, the son of Otto and Emma (Bergmann) Budde. He married Loma Tolliver Feb. 27, 1949. He was a farmer and worked for 30 years at Fedders. He was a lifetime member of St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Louisville. Surviving are his wife, Loma Budde; sons, Derle Budde, Matthew Budde, Gordon Budde, Barry Budde; daughters, Leticia Budde, Ronna Schoonover, Libby Bible; brothers, Eldred Budde, Darrel Budde, Mervin Budde; sisters, Elnora Budde, Joan Cunningham, Carolyn Hammer, Janice Holste, Judith Stuemke; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-stepgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harry and Delmar; sister, Bernice Wolff; son-in-law, Deon Schoonover; and brother-in-law, Ray Wolff. Funeral services were held at St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Louisville. The church is located on the Clay County line. Burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Richland Memorial Hospice or St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund. Published in the Effingham Daily News.	Budde, Rufus W. (I43291)
8820	ruman "Bob" Morris, 63, of Olney, died at 7 a.m. Thursday, September 23, 1999 at his residence. Graveside services were held Monday with full military rites at Hanna Cemetery with Rev. Bob Humphrey officiating. Burial in Hanna Cemetery in rural Noble. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Morris was born April 19, 1936 in Pocahontas, Alabama. He was a member of the American Legion. Mr. Morris is survived by three sons, Bobby Joe Morris and his wife, Kimberly of Noble, Duane Morris and his wife, Karen of Mt. Carmel and Bradley Morris of West Liberty; one daughter, Sharon Nicholas and her husband, Jamey of West Liberty; one sister, Sue Herring of Wakefield, Alabama; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, eight brothers and one son, Bobby Ray Morris. The Olney Daily Mail, September 24, 1999.	Morris, Truman (I35103)
8821	RUNYON Bryant, Jan. 12 Sarah Runyon, 83, died this morning at the home of her son, Ernest, five and one-half miles northeast of Bryant.	Runyon, Sarah (I26702)
8822	Rural Shelbyville, Shelby County, Illinois	Mears, Leroy Ernest (I15052)
8823	Russel J. Schrader, 68, died at his home in Parkersburg on Monday afternoon. Services will be Wednesday at the Parkersburg United Methodist Church with Revs. LaVerl Cook and Coy Cleghorn officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery Parkersburg. Mr. Schrader was born in Seminary on Aug. 20, 1910, son of James E. and Emma (Harner) Schrader. He married Etta May Kinkade on Nov. 24, 1946 in Rose Hill. He is survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Rita) Diffenauer, Pinckneyville, Mrs. Charles (Ritha) Smith, Ballwin, MO, Mrs. Dennis (Rebecca) Butts, Gays, one sister Mrs. Cora Gayer, Olney and one brother Omer of Lawrenceville, five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was a member of the Parkersburg United Methodist Church. He was a WWII veteran, and worked at Prairie Farms in Olney for several years. He worked for Quality Dairy in Carlisle and retired to Parkersburg in 1972. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Roy and Earl and one sister, Mrs. Ermel Fritchley.	Schrader, Russell John (I50079)
8824	RUSSEL L. RODGERS, 87, of Cisne, Illinois passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Fairfield Memorial Hospital. Russel was born July 8, 1933 to Archie and Iva L. (Richards) Rodgers. He married Betty Conard October 27, 1957 at Mt. Vernon, Illinois and she survives. Russel was a self-employed truck driver for Rodgers Truck Service. He was a Veteran of the Army. Russel was a member of Fairfield American Legion VFW, Anthony Doherty Masonic Lodge of Cisne, Fairfield Shriners, Flora Moose Lodge and Coon Creek Ridge Riders Club. He enjoyed mushroom hunting and helped raise longhorn cattle with his son. Preceding him in death were his parents, son J. D. Rodgers, two sisters Mildred Willison and Patsy Davis, and two brothers Robert Rodgers and Roy Rodgers. Masonic rites will begin at 10:00 am Friday, December 18, 2020 at Cisne Cemetery with graveside service to follow. Military honors are provided by Anthony Wayne Post 176 American Legion and Wayne Memorial Post 4535 VFW. Memorials may be given to family for expenses and will be accepted at the graveside. Memorials can also be mailed to Hosselton-Meridith Funeral home at P.O. Box 418 Cisne, Il 62823 Please follow the CDC guidelines for social distancing and wearing masks. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com.	Rodgers, Russel L. (I45759)
8825	Russell and Vera adopted Ron Yauch. Ron's surname was YAUCH before the adoption. Russell Dale Yauch, 76, of Flora, died at his residence Tuesday May 21, 1991 at 11:50 p.m. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Sunday May 26, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, with Pastor Sam Totten officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Saturday evening. Memorials may be made to the Clay County Cancer Fund. Mr. Yauch was born Oct. 24, 1914 in Noble, the son of Jake and Blanche (Sager) Yauch. He married Vera Evans in 1933 in Clay City, Mr. Yauch retired from Pure Oil Company after 22 years of service. He was a member of The Sons of the American Legion, past-president and charter member of the Flora Eagles Lodge. Mr. Yauch is survived by his wife, Vera; one son, Ron of Flora; two daughters, Delores (Dodie) Doris and Shirley Dunbar, both of Flora; one brother Lawrence Yauch of Bradley Ill.; two Sisters, Ilene Mayhill of Sterling Colo, and Mrs. Richard (Doris) Krutsinger of Bradley Ill; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren Mr. Yauch was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters. Published in Olney Daily Mail, IL	Yauch, Russell Dale (I241)
8826	Russell C. Scherer, 88, of Lawrenceville, IL (formerly of Sumner, IL) passed away Saturday July 9, 2011, at the United Methodist Village North Campus in Lawrenceville, IL. He was born January 11, 1923 in Olney, IL the son of Chester and Violet (Monts) Scherer. He was first married to Roberta Harms on February 21, 1948. She died October 1, 1997. He then married Margie Bennett on September 18, 2004. She preceded him in death October 6, 2007. Russell was a florist for 50 years. He and his wife owned and operated the Lawrenceville Greenhouses for 35 years. He was a member of the Beulah United Methodist Church. He served in the United States Army during WWII in the European theater. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, and the Lawrenceville Garden Club. He served on the Board of Directors at Norris Electric. He was a co-founder of the Sign of the Kingdom. He was a member of AARP. He served as a school board member of Cross Roads and Parkview Schools. He was an avid gardener and picker. He is survived by three sons: Robert R. and Dixie Scherer of Bridgeport, IL, Dan G. and Holly Scherer of Bridgeport, IL, Scott K. and Peggy Scherer of Laurel, MD, Dileep Sachan of Knoxville, TN: three step-sons: Greg Bennett, Ronnie Bennett, Phil Bennett: two step-daughters: Carolyn McDonald, and Gwyn Wilson: 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. A son: David Wayne Scherer and a sister: Vera Shaw preceded him in death. The funeral was held on Wednesday at the Beulah United Methodist Church in rural Sumner, IL. Sivert-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home in Sumner, IL were in charge of arrangements. Burial was in Lawrenceville City Cemetery with Military Rites. The Sumner Press-Jul 14,2011	Scherer, Russell Chester (I53730)
8827	Russell D. Cook, age 89, of Rinard, Illinois, passed away Wednesday night, August 25, 2021, at Heritage Woods. He was born April 30, 1932, in Flora, the son of Barney L. and Mary (Gregory) Cook. He was united in marriage to Mickie June Cailteux on November 26, 1950, in Olney, and together they have shared 70 wedding anniversaries. Russell worked for Airtex Products in Fairfield, and later as a technician for Trunkline Gas Company until retirement. After retirement he drove a school bus for Flora School District #35. He also farmed on the side and raised cattle. Russell looked forward to family farm day each year and enjoyed taking the grandkids on side-by-side rides through the pastures and woods. Russell and Mickie were avid campers and especially enjoyed the friendships they made over the years while camping at Charley Brown Park. He was a member of the Xenia Christ United Church. He is survived by his wife: Mickie Cook of Rinard; a son: Steve (Mary) Cook of Carmi; grandchildren: Kristen (Jeremy) Smiddie of Carmi, Kendra (Andy) Knott of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Karie (Danny) Farris of Newton; great-grandchildren: Jaxson and Madison Smiddie, Hattie, Sydnie, Ellie, and Josie Knott, and Adelyn, Landen, and Brady Farris. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter: Janice Cook; and a brother: Bobby Cook. A graveside ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Bunker Cemetery. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery.	Cook, Russell D. (I50839)
8828	Russell died in his home in Flora, Clay County, Illinois.	Yauch, Russell Dale (I241)
8829	Russell E. Gordon, 58, of Clay City, died of a heart attack at Clay City Hospital, Flora, at 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28. Services will be at the Clay City Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Allen presiding. Burial will follow in the Clay City Cemetery with full military rites. Visitation will be in the Hosselton-Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home, Clay City. He was born May 15, 1927, in Shelby County to Fred and Ruth (Denier) Gordon, Sr. He married Dixie Hunley, who survives, Nov. 11, 1947, in Clay City. He was the owner and operator of Gordon's Lucky Dollar Food Store in Clay City. Mr. Gordon was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Clay City Baptist Church, the Clay City American Legion, Clay City Odd Fellows, and was president of the Clay City Lions Club. He was a former mayor of Clay City. He is survived by his wife, Dixie, Clay City; his father, Fred Gordon, Sr., Clay City; two sons, Richard and Randy, both of Clay City; three daughters, Mrs. Trudy Harris, Mt. Olive; Mrs. Connie Dust, Shumway; Mrs. Sondra Geiger, Olney; four brothers, Bob, Orlando, Fla.; John, Clay City; Jack, Decatur; Wayne, Mahomet; five sisters, Mrs. Jenny Newsome, Decatur; Mrs. June Shomaker, Decatur; Mrs. Doris Greene, Decatur; Mrs. Virginia Jennings, Flora; Mrs. Marilyn Bissey, Clay City; and six grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his mother and a brother. Memorials may be made to the Clay City Lions Club or to the church of one's choice. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, Dec, 185.	Gordon, Russell Everett (I13581)
8830	Russell E. Heath of rural Dundas died about 7 p.m Friday as the result of injuries in an auto accident north Olney.	Heath, Russell Earl (I39512)
8831	Russell Hosselton, 95, of Olney, passed away at 9:00 p.m. Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Burgin Manor in Olney.	Hosselton, Russell (I36890)
8832	Russell J. Chaplin, 78, Rt. 4, Olney, died at 12:50 p.m. Saturday April 3, 1982, in Richland Memorial Hospital.	Chaplin, Russell J. (I25483)
8833	Russell M. Hall, age 50, a former resident of the Passport community, passed away suddenly at San Francisco, CA, last Friday. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Pearl Hall of Noble; three brothers, Elmo Hall of Urbana, Robert Hall of Clay City, and Pearlie Hall of Staunton; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Cazel of Noble and Mrs. Evelyn Wakefield of Wakefield, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday in the Passport Methodist church with Rev. H. E. Dickey officiating. Burial was in the Wesley cemetery at Passport. Published in the Olney Advocate, Thursday, Jan 12, 1950.	Hall, Russell M. (I28121)
8834	Russell Mckinney born and raised on the farm outside Sailor Springs,married Ruby Ileen Rinehart on April 8th 1939 in St.Louis Mo. Russell called Ruby "susie'. They had 2 daughters Beverly S. and Judy F. Mckinney. Russell was the son of Mike Mckinney and Celestia McKinney of Sailor Springs. Russell was a brother to Ellorea, Grace, Katy, Jimmy and Norma. Russell worked for Pure Oil Company at the time of his death. Russell and Ruby lived in Bunnyville. He was bouncer when younger at the "Bloody Bucket" on week-ends between Clay City and Sailor Springs. Ruby is buried next to Elmer Thompson at Orchard Cemetery, Louisville, Illinois.	McKinney, Russell Loran (I34279)
8835	Russell V. Brewer, 54, a lifelong resident of Southeast Olney township, was found dead at the family residence yesterday evening. The Sheriff and Coroner's office investigated. Coroner Bob Schaub said that the death was apparently the result of self-inflicted gunshot wounds. Born in Richland County, Mr. Brewer was the son of Lyman Brewer and Bessie F. Fiock Brewer. He was an active member of the Ebenezer community and a long time member of the Ebenezer Methodist Church. Mr. Brewer formerly operated a feed store on South Whittle Avenue. He was married to Thelma Mae Smith on May 1, 1937. She survives him. Also surviving are a son and two daughters: Carl Brewer of Olney, Miss Nancy Brewer of Deerfield Park, Fla., and Mrs. Sandra Lange of Gibson City. There are three grandchildren, Chuck, Cathy and Tina Jo Brewer. Other survivors are his father Lyman Brewer of Olney, and two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Lois Kimmel, Mrs. Catherine Campbell and Paul Brewer, all of Olney. He was preceded in death by his mother, a son Monte Ray and a brother Clarence.	Brewer, Russell Vincent (I16297)
8836	Russell V. Brewer, 54, a lifelong resident of Southeast Olney township, was found dead at the family residence yesterday evening. The Sheriff and Coroner's office investigated. Coroner Bob Schaub said that the death was apparently the result of self-inflicted gunshot wounds.	Brewer, Russell Vincent (I16297)
8837	Russell was a fan and supporter of all Flora High School sporting events. He attended all the games and his presence was missed when he was no longer able to attend. He also enjoyed traveling and taking yearly vacations. Russell worked for over 30 years at the Flora Eagles Lodge and was a member of Flora First Church of God.	Guinn, Russell O. (I17357)
8838	Russell was a field operator, working for Phillips Petroleum Company, retiring after 36 years. He was a World War II Army veteran serving in the European Theater, and attended the Free Methodist Church of Olney.	Hosselton, Russell (I36890)
8839	Rusty Lee Totten, 46, of Olney, IL, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois. Rusty was born November 8, 1978, the son of Bobby Totten and Karen Lee (Newton) Totten. Rusty graduated from West Richland High School in 1997. He worked for Fosters, Hardees, Olney IGA, Shultz Oil Company driving a truck and drove tractors for many local farmers. He also worked for several local plumbers and for Travco Motorsports. He then became a licensed plumber and started his own business for 13 years until returning to Pampe Plumbing. Rusty enjoyed spending time with his four amazing kids: Austin, Katelyn, Carson and Mason. He was a prankster, loved time at Borah Lake with his family & friends. He always enjoyed chowder time with family, loved Motocross, vintage cars, working on and riding dirt bikes & ATVs. He enjoyed leisure time on his new back porch, grilling out and working on projects out in his shop. He was kind, loved to talk, loved his hats, loved giving his nephews and nieces a hard time and enjoyed watching Clint Eastwood, Burt Reynolds & Jim Carrey movies. He was one of a Kind! The world will be a little quieter without him in it, he will forever be missed. He is survived by his son, Austin Totten of Noble; daughter, Katelyn Totten of Noble; son, Carson Totten of Noble; and son, Mason Totten of Noble; parents, Bob and Karen Totten of Noble; siblings, Tami Engel and husband Chris of Olney and Josh Totten and wife Meagan of Noble; and nieces and nephews, Mariah, Cru, Gage, Brandon, Bryan, Chase, Charlee, Charity, Morgan, Kiersten, Angel, and Christian. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Don and Mina Newton; paternal grandparents Lee and Carmen Totten and Goldie and Don Ridgely, and several aunts and uncles, and beloved friend, Kerry Brown. Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney has been entrusted with arrangements. Cremation Rites were accorded, no services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home to aid with expenses.	Totten, Rusty Lee (I8808)
8840	Ruth Adelaide Hastings, 84, of rural Louisville, IL entered her heavenly home at 4:04 PM, Friday, April 30, 2010, at the age of 84 years 3 months and 26 days. She was born northeast of Flora, IL on January 4, 1926 to Walter F. and Katie (Howell) Cox. She married Robert L. Hastings on January 23, 1949. He survives along with their two sons: Jack and Warren Dale Hastings; two grandsons: Kevin L. and Travis W. Hastings; a brother: John S. Cox. Also surviving are six nieces, three nephews, several great-nieces and great-nephews, and a host of friends. Mrs. Hastings was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters (Ruby E. Cox, Martha K. Jennings, and Mary L. Dennis), and a brother (Charles W. Cox). Mrs. Hastings loved spending time with her family and helping others. Known for her cooking, and baking, especially her cinnamon rolls, she had recipes published in a national magazine, "Taste of Home". Also, she and her husband were known for their produce, which was shared with family, many neighbors, and friends. She was also a great seamstress and a crafter. Prior to her marriage she was book keeper in Fairfield and then managed the Hornsby's 5&10 Cent Store in Flora. She was a member of the Louisville United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years and attended faithfully, including the Sunday before she suffered a stroke on early Monday morning that called her home. She was member of the Homemaker's Extension Association for 60 years, and at the time of her death she was serving her unit, M.F. & I., as president. She was member of the Clay County Farm Bureau Women's Committee and the Unit 1 Garden Club. She also spent many hours with the American Red Cross blood drives as a volunteer and as a blood donor. She will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with Rev. Brad Henson and Rev. Mark Nowakawski officiating. The music was provided by Kevin and Travis Hastings. Following the service she was laid to rest in Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs, IL. Memorials to American Red Cross.	Cox, Ruth Adelaide (I53936)
8841	Ruth Alene (Montgomery) Hasler Monday, February 20, 2017 Ruth Alene (Montgomery) Hasler of Bloomfield passed away Feb. 16, 2017 at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington. She was born in Shoals on Aug. 1, 1932 to Lonzo and Gail (Ross) Montgomery. Ruth graduated from Shoals High School. She married Henry Hasler of Bloomfield on April 26, 1957. Ruth Retired from Crane N.A.D. in 1987. She was a member of the Mineral United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Mineral Ladies aid and N.A.R.F.E. Ruth loved to travel with friends and made many trips all over the country. One of the things Ruth was noted for was sending cards for for every occasion. She spent a lot of time visiting the sick and elderly shut ins. She is survived by her husband, Henry; son, William Hasler and wife Debbie of Bloomfield; daughter, Norma Turner and husband Jack of Mitchell; grandchildren, Brittany (Wyatt) LeGrand of Bloomfield; Derek and fiancé Jane Michael of Bloomfield; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Charles Montgomery; two half sisters, Etta Denny and Bernice Survance. Funeral services	Montgomery, Ruth Alene (I19064)
8842	Ruth Ann Burgener, 86, of Olney passed away November 10, 2021 at Helia Healthcare Evergreen in Effingham. Ruth was born December 8, 1934 in Bucyrus, OH to Jasper and Mildred (Foos) Hill. She married Harold M Burgener on May 29, 1966 in Caledonia, OH. Harold preceded her in death on December 26, 1988. Ruth enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was very proud of her snowmen collection and enjoyed decorating her home for each season. Ruth was a very open and friendly person and never met a stranger. Ruth Ann Burgener is survived by son, Ricki Schmidt and wife Wanda of Lynchburg, VA; son, Dennis Schmidt and wife Jennifer of Concord, VA; daughter, Rachelle Reed of Watson, IL; grandchildren, Ricki (Jennifer) Schmidt, Stacie (Chris Kuhland) Cavin, Ashley (Jeremy) Dake, Stephanie (Ryan) Windhorst, Tyler (Kristin) Schmidt, Chase (Mackayla) Schmidt, Mindy (Jeff) Maurer, and Karie (Patrick) Kieffer; great grandchildren, Parker Schmidt, Audrey Schmidt, Johnny Cavin, Wyatt Cavin, Easton Dake, Reeslyn Dake, Jackson Windhorst, Maddox Windhorst, Emma Maurer, and Noah Maurer; longtime friend, Penny Hoezle and family. She was preceded in death by parents; husband; special companion, Millard Chaney; and brother, Robert Eugene Hill. Interment will take place on at Saron Cemetery.	Hill, Ruth Ann (I51214)
8843	Ruth Ann Welty, 64, of Flora, IL died at 11:30 AM Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at her home in Flora. She was born November 5, 1943 in Flora to John & Ruby (Smith) Welty. During her life she worked at Flora International Shoe and Cargill and her memberships include the following: Bethlehem Christian Church, Flora Eagles Auxiliary and Flora American Legion Auxiliary. Ruth Ann was an avid mushroom hunter, enjoyed bingo and was always providing for others. She is survived by her brother: Dr. Steve Welty & wife Ruthie of Louisville; sister: Linda Boyd & husband Donnie of Clay City; foster children: Michael & Stacy Pruitt of Flora; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. Graveside services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Rusk Cemetery in rural Flora. It will be followed by a gathering at Bethlehem Christian Church. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Christian Church and may be received at Frank & Bright Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.	Welty, Ruth Ann (I20483)
8844	Ruth attended school at Central Grade School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois, and East Richland High School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Nella Ruth Cornwell Obituary Here is Nella Ruth Cornwells obituary. Please accept Echovitas sincere condolences. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Nella Ruth Cornwell of Lawrenceville, Illinois, who passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Nella Ruth Cornwell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. She was predeceased by : her parents, Barbara House (McDowell) and Francis House. She is survived by : her husband Jim; her son Tanner Ray Cornwell; her grandchildren, Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell; and her brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois.. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Calvary Apostolic Church (IL-250, Lawrenceville, IL 62439). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 at 11:00 AM at the same location. Source: https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/il/lawrenceville/nella-ruth-cornwell-14123899 ========== Nella Ruth Cornwell 67 of Lawrenceville passed away at Wabash General Hospital, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. She was born on October 6, 1954 to Barbara (McDowell) and Francis House in Olney, Illinois. Ruth married the love of her life James Jim Cornwell in 1980 and he survives. She was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker. Ruth was a very dedicated member of the Calvary Apostolic Church. She is survived by loving husband Jim, her loving children Tanner Ray Cornwell of Lawrenceville Tabitha Joe Rego and husband Caleb of Robinson, Illinois, 5 grandchildren Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell and 1 brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents. The Memorial Service for Ruth will be at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 with a visitation starting at 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the Calvary Apostolic Church in Lawrenceville with Pastor Donaldson officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Olney Maple Dale Cemetery. Source: https://www.glasserfh.com/obituary/nella-cornwell	House, Nella Ruth (I311)
8845	Ruth attended school at Central Grade School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois, and East Richland High School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Nella Ruth Cornwell Obituary Here is Nella Ruth Cornwells obituary. Please accept Echovitas sincere condolences. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Nella Ruth Cornwell of Lawrenceville, Illinois, who passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Nella Ruth Cornwell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. She was predeceased by : her parents, Barbara House (McDowell) and Francis House. She is survived by : her husband Jim; her son Tanner Ray Cornwell; her grandchildren, Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell; and her brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois.. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Calvary Apostolic Church (IL-250, Lawrenceville, IL 62439). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 at 11:00 AM at the same location. Source: https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/il/lawrenceville/nella-ruth-cornwell-14123899 ========== Nella Ruth Cornwell 67 of Lawrenceville passed away at Wabash General Hospital, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. She was born on October 6, 1954 to Barbara (McDowell) and Francis House in Olney, Illinois. Ruth married the love of her life James Jim Cornwell in 1980 and he survives. She was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker. Ruth was a very dedicated member of the Calvary Apostolic Church. She is survived by loving husband Jim, her loving children Tanner Ray Cornwell of Lawrenceville Tabitha Joe Rego and husband Caleb of Robinson, Illinois, 5 grandchildren Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell and 1 brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents. The Memorial Service for Ruth will be at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 with a visitation starting at 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the Calvary Apostolic Church in Lawrenceville with Pastor Donaldson officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Olney Maple Dale Cemetery. Source: https://www.glasserfh.com/obituary/nella-cornwell	House, Nella Ruth (I311)
8846	Ruth Conley, 81, of Clay City, died February 21, 1991, at the Richland Memorial Hospital. Miss Conley was born May 5, 1905 in North Carolina. She was a store clerk and a member of the Clay City Baptist Church. She is survived by a beloved best friend, Pearl Conour. She was preceded in death by her adopted mother, Mary Conley. Funeral services were held at the Clay City Baptist Church with the Rev. Charlie Allen officiating. Burial was in the Clay City Cemetery. Memorials to the Clay City Baptist Church. Hosselton, Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home in Clay City was in charge of arrangements.	Conley, Ruth V. (I29883)
8847	Ruth embraced helping others, self-improvement, and using her creativity, but she is especially remembered as a loving and encouraging mom who volunteered as a Brownie troop leader for her daughters and truly treasured recent years with her grandkids and great-grandchildren. She enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in a hospital, and was later employed by the State of Illinois. She returned to college later in life and earned a bachelors degree with honors from Western Illinois University. Fishing, mushroom hunting, reading, and artistry in painting, pottery, and other materials were all things that Ruth enjoyed. She looked forward to family get-togethers, and could spend hours playing Canasta and all sorts of games involving dice and cards.	Ferguson, Ruth Ann (I41874)
8848	Ruth H. Clinton, 90, of Olney passed away Sunday evening, October 25, 2020 from complications of Covid-19 at Richland Nursing & Rehab in Olney. Ruth Helen (Zerkel) Clinton was born on June 2, 1930 in Clay County to Clarna G. and Agnes (Gross) Zerkel. She attended Pleasant Dale country school in Pixley Township, Clay County. She also attended Noble High School. After graduation in 1948, she worked at Clay County Farm Bureau in Louisville, IL until her marriage to James T. Clinton on March 30, 1951. She lived in Noble, IL until July 1982 when she and James moved to Olney. Ruth was a very talented seamstress and passed on her love of sewing to both of her daughters. She worked at Musgrove Apparel doing alterations for 7 years and did clothing alterations at home for 20 years. She also worked at Kex Products for 18 years. She was a long-time member of Freedom Baptist Church north of Noble, where she served as pianist for several years. Her children have many fond memories of sitting with her at the piano, singing church hymns and childrens songs. Ruth was a wonderful cook and enjoyed making big meals for her family. Her children and many others especially loved her homemade pies. Her husband James (Jim) Taylor Clinton preceded her in death on May 10, 2012. She is survived by son Richard (Karen) of Olney, daughter Janice of Olney, daughter Brenda (Steve) Francis of Olney, and son Paul D. (Sherry) of Wheeler, IL. Five grandchildren: Eric Francis, David (Dawn) Francis and Amy (Ben) Snowden, Abby (Dustin) Phillips, and Taylor Clinton. Two step-grandchildren: Tom (Angela) Courtney and Allen (Lena) Courtney Five great -grandchildren: Emmett and Auri Francis, Rhett and Beckett Phillips, and Murphy Snowden. Seven step-great-grandchildren: Hailey and Emalee Courtney, and Shyam, Brooklyn, and Madison Courtney. She is also survived by 2 nephews and 2 nieces. Besides her husband James, she was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Corporal Herbert Zerkel and brother, Melvin Zerkel. Memorials in Ruths honor can be made to Carmi Baptist Childrens Home, c/o Freedom Baptist Church. There will be a Drive Thru Visitation from 12-1 PM at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home. A private family service will be held at 1:00 PM. Burial will be at the North Freedom Cemetery following the service. Family and friends are invited to attend the graveside service at North Freedom Cemetery. Anyone wishing to attend the burial service is requested to wear a mask and maintain social distancing, per the family request.	Zerkel, Ruth H. (I40713)
8849	Ruth Hawley, 59, Oblong, died last Thursday in her home. Services were held in the Pulliam Funeral Home in Oblong. Mrs. Hawley was born Oct. 28, 1922 in Noble, the daughter of Charles and Dora (Denning) Hance. She married John Hawley in 1946 and he survives. She was a member of Dogwood United Methodist Church in Oblong. Other survivors include a son, Monty, Robinson; a daughter, Mrs. Howard (Carla) Griffith, Glenwood; two brothers, Leslie Hance, Noble; Paul Hance, Peoria; four sisters, Mrs. Ken (Wanda) Fessler, Noble; Mrs. Mewis (Evelyn) Delonshaw, Clay City; Mrs. Harold (Stella) Smith, Clay City; and Mrs. Georgia Leifers, Argenta; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL April 15, 1982.	Hance, Ruth J. (I19263)
8850	Ruth I. Neeley, 91, of Flora, IL, died May 23, 2006, at Hilltop Nursing Home in Charleston, IL. Mrs. Neeley was born September13, 1914 in Richland Conty, the daughter of Alva and LuElla Barnes Watson. She married Melvin Neeley January 7, 1935 in Olney and he preceded her in death April 6, 1996. She was a homemaker, a member of Flora Assembly of God, past precident of WCTU in Flora, and a past member of Olney Hound Dog Society. She enjoyed donating her time to church and God. Survivors include two sons, Addison and Mel"Buddy" Neeley; and eight grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held at Frank and Bright Funeral Home in Flora with burial in Clay City Cemetery. (Published Hometown Journal)	Watson, Ruth I. (I30923)

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Roy Vernon McVaigh Jr., 85, of Parkersburg, died at 9:16 p.m. Wednesday, December 25, 2013, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Funeral services held at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney with Pastor Mike Baker officiating. Burial with full military rites in Oak Hill Cemetery in Parkersburg.

Mr. McVaigh was born May 1, 1928, in Calhoun, the son of Roy Vernon and Grace (Newberry) McVaigh. He married Patricia A. McVaigh on September 12, 1956, in Corinth, Miss. She preceded him in death on September 6, 2002.

Roy "Junior" McVaigh held many memberships, including being a member of the Masonic Lodge, charter member of Parkersburg Ruritan Club, past commander and more than 60 years of membership to American Legion Post 30 in Olney, member of Olney Elks Lodge, Eagles Lodge, and 40&8. Junior served in the U.S. Army for two years and was a Korean War veteran. Junior was a retired Rural U.S. Postal Carrier after 35 years. He was a member of United Methodist in Parkersburg.

Mr. McVaigh is survived by a daughter, Marilyn Berry, of Parkersburg; daughter, Kimberly Paddock and husband Kevin, of Olney; daughter, Linda Griffin, of Parkersburg; son, Daniel McVaigh and wife Rebecca, of West Salem; son, Douglas McVaigh and wife Holly, of Burlington, Ky.; son, Derrick McVaigh and wife Kathie, of Evansville, Ind.; daughter, Roxanne Marshall, of Selma, Calif.; 22 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Rosemary Ellen Gustin; sister, Betty Lee McVaigh; sister, Leona Mae Kline; brother, Donald Rex McVaigh; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and brothers, Eugene "Dutch" McVaigh, Larry "Bud" McVaigh and Robert "Bob" McVaigh.

Olney Daily Mail (IL) ~ Friday, December 27, 2013

McVaigh, Roy Vernon Jr. (I54876)

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Roy W. "Windy" Reichman, 88, of Olney, died at 9:45 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2003, at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Visitation will be from noon to 2 p.m. Monday at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home with Minister Jimmy McKinney officiating.

Burial will be in Haven Hill Memorial Garden in Olney.

Mr. Reichman was born on February 15, 1915, in Ottawa, the son of Ernest E. and Mina (Travis) Reichman. He married Mary Gaddy on September 15, 1936. She survives.

He was a retired production foreman for Pure Oil and Union Oil. He was a member of Olney Elks.

Mr. Reichman is survived by his wife, Mary Reichman, of Olney; a son, John R. Reichman and his wife, Peggy, of Linton, Ind.; a daughter, Kathy Wilson and her husband, Dick, of Olney; a sister, Marie Lynn, of Florida; and five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

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

Memorials may be made to Olney Public Library.

Reichman, Roy Wendell (I60111)

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Roy was a retired Missionary Baptist Minister, Heavy Equipment Operator and a member of Cisne Missionary Baptist Church.

Rogers, Roy Leland (I18263)

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Roy, son of Lewis and Louisa Lane, was born July 12, 1889, in Wayne county, in the Cisne-Geff vicinity, and he grew to manhood and spent his life in that general area. For some 12 years he was employed with the Pure Oil company but retired in December, 1954.

Mr. Lane was a member of the Buckeye Christian church. Also, the Beech Bluff Order of the Sword of Bunker Hill No. 68 and the Masonic Lodge.

Lane, Roy (I19399)

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Royce A. Potts, 82, of Olney, died 3 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 1991 at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9 at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home with Rev. Bob Logan presiding. Burial will be in Zion Cemetery in rural Lawrenceviile. Visitation will be tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. with Masonic Rites at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Mr. Potts was born Oct. 3, 1908 in Lawrence County, the son of Fred and Grace (Stokley) Potts. He married Albertia Bowers on Sept. 14, 1935 in Lawrence County and she survives.

Mr. Potts was a retired Production Foreman in Petroleum. He was honored as one of Richland County's oldest oilfield workers at the 50th Anniversary Oil and Gas Industry Celebration in July 1988 and he received a commemorative plaque.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Olney. He was also a member of Olney Masonic Lodge #140 A.F. & A.M., O.E.S. #100, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Amad Temple of East St. Louis, Center Shrine Club of Olney, and Sword of Bunker Hill.

Survivors include his wife, Albertia; one brother, Charles Potts of Lawrenceville; one sister, Ladonna Medlin of Bridgeport; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and three sisters.

Published in Olney Daily Mail, IL

Potts, Royce A. (I60933)

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Ruben Jones, 72, Terre Haute,IN, formerly of south of Clay City, passed away Monday in Terre Haute. He movea to Terre Haute 27 years ago.

Surviving are his wife, Minnie; three daughters, Mrs. Joel Jordan of Farmersburg, Ind., Mrs. Faye Noel of Farmersburg, Ind., Mrs. Elizabeth Williams of Terre Haute, Ind.; three sons. Arthur of Las Vegas, Nev., Harold and Norton, both of Terre Haute; two step-children; Gail Stanford of Clay City is a nephew.

Services will be in Terre Haute. The body will be brought to the Mt.Zion cemetery west of Clay City for burial where graveside services will be held.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, May, 1969.

Jones, Ruben (I42449)

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Ruby A. Moseley, 76, 1029 N. Fair, died at the Olney Care Center on Sunday afternoon.

Services will be Wednesday at the St. Paul United Methodist Church at 1:30 with Rev. Ellis Dugger presiding. Burial will be in the Clay City Cemetery. Visitation is from 3-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at the Summers Funeral Home, and from 12 p.m. until time of service at the church.

Mrs. Moseley was born in Clay County on April 8, 1903, daughter of Soeke and Mattie (Dickens) Poppen. She married Harry Lee Moseley in Clay City in 1923, and he died in 1941.

She is survived by a son, David, of Charlotte, N,C.; a daughter, Mrs. Willis (Margaret Ellen) Ivy, of Olney; and 6 grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; a sister, Margaret Blacklidge; and a brother, Albert Poppen.

She was a charter member of the St. Paul United Methodist Church.

Olney Daily Mail (IL)

Poppen, Ruby A. (I30716)

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Ruby Althea Welty, Rt 1, Flora, died at Salem Memorial Hospital today at 12:45 a.m. She was 68.

She was born Sept. 15, 1909 in Flora to Arthur and Nellie Smith. On Apr;il 11, 1936 in Salem, she married John Welty.

She is survived by her husband John of Flora, sons, Dr. John H Welty, TerreHaute, Ind., and Dr Stephen Welty, Salem; daughters, Mrs. Wayne (Jean) Owens, Clay City, Mrs. Patricia Pruitt, and Mrs Donald (Linda )Boyd all of Clay City, and Ruth Ann Welty, Flora: a brother Norman R. Smith, Flora: a sister, Mrs. Edgar (Winifred) Smith, Flora; and 13 grandchildren.

Services will be at the Cardascio Funeral Home, Flora, with visitation. Burial will be in Rusk Cemetery in rural Flora.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, Jan, 1978.

Smith, Ruby Althea (I20485)

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Ruby Evelyn (Powless) McGannon died peacefully on April 15, 2007 in her room at Bellevue Nursing Home at the age of 92. Born in Cisne, Illinois in 1914, Ruby was the only daughter of James and Daisy Powless. Although Alzheimer's disease took her memory, Ruby's quiet, gentle spirit and sense of humor never left. She spent her life truly devoted to her family and enjoyed bowling, bingo, Remington Park and trips to Las Vegas. She outlived her entire family including her four brothers, Elmer, Roy, Cecil and Floyd. In 1933, she married John J. McGannon at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Flora, Illinois and celebrated 58 years of marriage before he died in 1991. Her daughter-in-law, Toni McGannon and step grandson, Larry Stoddard also preceded her death. She is survived by her two sons, Mike (Susan) and Tom (Michelle); two grandchildren, Missy (Jason) Lynch and Michael McGannon; two step grandchildren, Rev. Stephen V. Hamilton and John Hamilton; and two great-grandchildren, Kelly and Ryan Lynch. The long goodbye is finally over. May she rest peacefully in the arms of our Heavenly Father. A memorial service will be held at Rose Hill Cemetery Chapel on Wednesday, April 18, 2007 at 2:00 p.m.
Published in The Oklahoman on 4/17/2007.

Powless, Ruby Evelyn (I32630)

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Ruby Geraldine Shroyer, age 79, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away Tuesday morning, April 26, 2022, at her home.

She was born March 4, 1943, in Commerce, Missouri, the daughter of Charles Lysander and Alberta Irene (Gross) Taylor. She was united in marriage to William Edward Shroyer Sr. on December 8, 1961, and he preceded her in death in 1993.

Ruby worked at Head Start in Flora for 16 years. She enjoyed flowers, hummingbirds, playing Bingo, and sitting on the front porch with her neighbors, children, and grandchildren. In her younger years she enjoyed time spent at the cabin with her husband and kids. Ruby will be remembered for her stubborn ways, and for being a loving mom and grandma.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Lysander and Alberta Taylor; husband: William "Bucky" Shroyer Sr.; son: Richard Nolan Shroyer; sister: Sharon Harper; brother: Charles Taylor; and a grandson: Brent Edward Shroyer.

Interment: Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs

Taylor, Ruby Geraldine (I54014)

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Ruby Irene Scott Akins, 92, of Noble, died Friday, May 11, 2012, at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Visitation at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Noble. Funeral services at the funeral home with Pastor Blake Chenoweth officiating. Burial in Noble Cemetery in Noble.

Mrs. Akins was born September 18, 1919, in Noble, the daughter of James E. and Millie M. (Bretton) Scott, of Kansas. She married Robert E. Akins. He preceded her in death in September of 1986.

She had worked at Olney Garment Factory and was a cook at West Richland Elementary School. She was a member of Noble Christian Church.

Mrs. Akins is survived by her daughter-in-law, Sarah (Campbell) Akins, of Lenoir, N.C.; grandchildren, Scott Akins and wife, Ashley, of Hudson, N.C., Todd Akins and wife, Jill, of Charlotte, N.C., Cheryl Watts and husband, Brian, of Lenoir, N.C., and Cynthia Akins, of Lenoir, N.C.; seven great-grandchildren, Savannah Akins, Stella Akins, Liam Akins, Ross Watts, Raegan Watts, Logan Arnold and Leslie Arnold; and several nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Millie Scott; husband, Robert Akins; son, Jerry Wayne Akins; an infant son, Robert Eugene Akins Jr.; two brothers; and one sister.

Published in Olney Daily Mail (IL)

Scott, Ruby Irene (I51103)

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Ruby L.Hagen, 78, rural Mason, died at her home at 7:15 a.m. Wednesday.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Neal Funeral Home, Louisville.

Mrs. Hagen was born on March 23, 1902, in Clay County to John and Anna (Archer) Wilson.

She married Harvey D. Hagen, who preceded her in death in 1978.

Mrs. Hagen is survived by six sons, Harvey W. Hagen of Louisville, Carl Hagen of Mason, Warren Hagen of Dixon, Richard Hagen of Bloomington, Lubert Hagen of Effingham and Alan Hagen of Rock Island; five daughters, Mrs. Jule Zindars of West Lake, Ohio, Mrs. Anna Krutsinger of Flora, Mrs.Lillian Jones of Lingoner, Ind., Mrs. Mary Lou Harbert of Charlotte, N.C., and Mrs. Alice Papendorf of Marion, Wic., one sister, Mrs. Ruth Montgomery of Hutchinson, Kan.;62 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the Neal Funeral Home in Louisville with Robert Johnson and Keith Freeman officiating. Burial will be in Orchard Hill Cemetery. Visitaion will be 3-9 p.m.Friday at the funeral homes.

The family requests that memorials be sent to the Heart Fund or Diabetic Fund

Wilson, Ruby Lillian (I34168)

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Ruby Lee Warren, age 89, of Flora, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at Clay County Hospital in Flora.

Lee, Ruby Mae (I36494)

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Ruby Rowena Bennett, 75, 101 E. Brentwood, Olney, died Friday, Feb 23, 1990, in her home.

Hough, Ruby Rowena (I18046)

8815

Ruby Tonn, 64, Louisville, died Saturday afternoon at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur.

Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the John T. Frank Funeral Home in Louisville. Burial will be in the Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. today in the funeral home.

Mrs. Tonn was born in Clay City on Aug. 11, 1915, the daughter of William and Rosa (Ross) Dunahee.

She married Kenneth Thomas. He died August, 1970. In December 1973, she married Wayne P. Tonn and he survives.

She is survived by three daughters, Sabra Van Dyke, Louisville; Alice Mosely, St. Charles, Mo.; and Bertha Stanford, Hacinda Heights, Ca.; four (brothers, Hancel Dunahee, Clay City, Pearl, Olney, Ivan, Calhoun, and Jeff, Collinsville; four sisters, Edna Wease, Crown Point, Ind., Mary Wease, Flora, Pat Carroll, Olney, and Avis Eckelberry, Opella.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, and her first husband.

Olney Daily Mail, 1980, Olney, IL

Dunahee, Ruby (I13389)

8816

Ruby Victoria Bussard, 73, of Olney, died at 10:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, 2002 at her residence

Hough, Ruby Victoria (I18042)

8817

Ruby worked as a prep cook at The Holiday for many years and she also helped on the Fire Rescue Squad.

She was a devoted mother and grandmother.

Harmon, Ruby Jean (I40963)

8818

Ruby's obituary lists her mother's name as Minnie Ragsdale, other sources list her as Minnie Cockerel

Mrs. Weaver retired as a waitress from Holland Truck Stop, Flora.

Hunley, Ruby R. (I19905)

8819

Rufus W. Budde, 82, of Louisville died at 12:27 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2009, at home.

Mr. Budde was born Aug. 19, 1926, in Clay County, the son of Otto and Emma (Bergmann) Budde. He married Loma Tolliver Feb. 27, 1949.

He was a farmer and worked for 30 years at Fedders. He was a lifetime member of St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Louisville.

Surviving are his wife, Loma Budde; sons, Derle Budde, Matthew Budde, Gordon Budde, Barry Budde; daughters, Leticia Budde, Ronna Schoonover, Libby Bible; brothers, Eldred Budde, Darrel Budde, Mervin Budde; sisters, Elnora Budde, Joan Cunningham, Carolyn Hammer, Janice Holste, Judith Stuemke; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-stepgrandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harry and Delmar; sister, Bernice Wolff; son-in-law, Deon Schoonover; and brother-in-law, Ray Wolff.

Funeral services were held at St. John's Lutheran Church, rural Louisville. The church is located on the Clay County line.

Burial was in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Richland Memorial Hospice or St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund.

Published in the Effingham Daily News.

Budde, Rufus W. (I43291)

8820

ruman "Bob" Morris, 63, of Olney, died at 7 a.m. Thursday, September 23, 1999 at his residence.

Graveside services were held Monday with full military rites at Hanna Cemetery with Rev. Bob Humphrey officiating. Burial in Hanna Cemetery in rural Noble. Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Olney is in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Morris was born April 19, 1936 in Pocahontas, Alabama. He was a member of the American Legion.

Mr. Morris is survived by three sons, Bobby Joe Morris and his wife, Kimberly of Noble, Duane Morris and his wife, Karen of Mt. Carmel and Bradley Morris of West Liberty; one daughter, Sharon Nicholas and her husband, Jamey of West Liberty; one sister, Sue Herring of Wakefield, Alabama; and six grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, eight brothers and one son, Bobby Ray Morris.

The Olney Daily Mail, September 24, 1999.

Morris, Truman (I35103)

8821

RUNYON Bryant, Jan. 12 Sarah Runyon, 83, died this morning at the home of her son, Ernest, five and one-half miles northeast of Bryant.

Runyon, Sarah (I26702)

8822

Rural Shelbyville, Shelby County, Illinois

Mears, Leroy Ernest (I15052)

8823

Russel J. Schrader, 68, died at his home in Parkersburg on Monday afternoon.

Services will be Wednesday at the Parkersburg United Methodist Church with Revs. LaVerl Cook and Coy Cleghorn officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery Parkersburg.

Mr. Schrader was born in Seminary on Aug. 20, 1910, son of James E. and Emma (Harner) Schrader. He married Etta May Kinkade on Nov. 24, 1946 in Rose Hill.

He is survived by his wife, three daughters, Mrs. Robert (Rita) Diffenauer, Pinckneyville, Mrs. Charles (Ritha) Smith, Ballwin, MO, Mrs. Dennis (Rebecca) Butts, Gays, one sister Mrs. Cora Gayer, Olney and one brother Omer of Lawrenceville, five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

He was a member of the Parkersburg United Methodist Church. He was a WWII veteran, and worked at Prairie Farms in Olney for several years. He worked for Quality Dairy in Carlisle and retired to Parkersburg in 1972.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Roy and Earl and one sister, Mrs. Ermel Fritchley.

Schrader, Russell John (I50079)

8824

RUSSEL L. RODGERS, 87, of Cisne, Illinois passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Fairfield Memorial Hospital.

Russel was born July 8, 1933 to Archie and Iva L. (Richards) Rodgers. He married Betty Conard October 27, 1957 at Mt. Vernon, Illinois and she survives.

Russel was a self-employed truck driver for Rodgers Truck Service. He was a Veteran of the Army. Russel was a member of Fairfield American Legion VFW, Anthony Doherty Masonic Lodge of Cisne, Fairfield Shriners, Flora Moose Lodge and Coon Creek Ridge Riders Club. He enjoyed mushroom hunting and helped raise longhorn cattle with his son.

Preceding him in death were his parents, son J. D. Rodgers, two sisters Mildred Willison and Patsy Davis, and two brothers Robert Rodgers and Roy Rodgers.

Masonic rites will begin at 10:00 am Friday, December 18, 2020 at Cisne Cemetery with graveside service to follow. Military honors are provided by Anthony Wayne Post 176 American Legion and Wayne Memorial Post 4535 VFW.

Memorials may be given to family for expenses and will be accepted at the graveside. Memorials can also be mailed to Hosselton-Meridith Funeral home at P.O. Box 418 Cisne, Il 62823

Please follow the CDC guidelines for social distancing and wearing masks.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.meridithfuneralhome.com.

Rodgers, Russel L. (I45759)

8825

Russell and Vera adopted Ron Yauch. Ron's surname was YAUCH before the adoption.

Russell Dale Yauch, 76, of Flora, died at his residence Tuesday May 21, 1991 at 11:50 p.m.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Sunday May 26, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora, with Pastor Sam Totten officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Saturday evening.

Memorials may be made to the Clay County Cancer Fund.

Mr. Yauch was born Oct. 24, 1914 in Noble, the son of Jake and Blanche (Sager) Yauch. He married Vera Evans in 1933 in Clay City,

Mr. Yauch retired from Pure Oil Company after 22 years of service. He was a member of The Sons of the American Legion, past-president and charter member of the Flora Eagles Lodge.

Mr. Yauch is survived by his wife, Vera; one son, Ron of Flora; two daughters, Delores (Dodie) Doris and Shirley Dunbar, both of Flora; one brother Lawrence Yauch of Bradley Ill.; two Sisters, Ilene Mayhill of Sterling Colo, and Mrs. Richard (Doris) Krutsinger of Bradley Ill; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren

Mr. Yauch was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and two sisters.

Published in Olney Daily Mail, IL

Yauch, Russell Dale (I241)

8826

Russell C. Scherer, 88, of Lawrenceville, IL (formerly of Sumner, IL) passed away Saturday July 9, 2011, at the United Methodist Village North Campus in Lawrenceville, IL.

He was born January 11, 1923 in Olney, IL the son of Chester and Violet (Monts) Scherer.

He was first married to Roberta Harms on February 21, 1948. She died October 1, 1997. He then married Margie Bennett on September 18, 2004. She preceded him in death October 6, 2007.

Russell was a florist for 50 years. He and his wife owned and operated the Lawrenceville Greenhouses for 35 years.
He was a member of the Beulah United Methodist Church.

He served in the United States Army during WWII in the European theater.

He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, and the Lawrenceville Garden Club. He served on the Board of Directors at Norris Electric. He was a co-founder of the Sign of the Kingdom. He was a member of AARP. He served as a school board member of Cross Roads and Parkview Schools. He was an avid gardener and picker.

He is survived by three sons: Robert R. and Dixie Scherer of Bridgeport, IL, Dan G. and Holly Scherer of Bridgeport, IL, Scott K. and Peggy Scherer of Laurel, MD, Dileep Sachan of Knoxville, TN: three step-sons: Greg Bennett, Ronnie Bennett, Phil Bennett: two step-daughters: Carolyn McDonald, and Gwyn Wilson: 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren. A son: David Wayne Scherer and a sister: Vera Shaw preceded him in death.

The funeral was held on Wednesday at the Beulah United Methodist Church in rural Sumner, IL. Sivert-Macey & Steffey Funeral Home in Sumner, IL were in charge of arrangements.

Burial was in Lawrenceville City Cemetery with Military Rites.

The Sumner Press-Jul 14,2011

Scherer, Russell Chester (I53730)

8827

Russell D. Cook, age 89, of Rinard, Illinois, passed away Wednesday night, August 25, 2021, at Heritage Woods.

He was born April 30, 1932, in Flora, the son of Barney L. and Mary (Gregory) Cook. He was united in marriage to Mickie June Cailteux on November 26, 1950, in Olney, and together they have shared 70 wedding anniversaries.

Russell worked for Airtex Products in Fairfield, and later as a technician for Trunkline Gas Company until retirement. After retirement he drove a school bus for Flora School District #35. He also farmed on the side and raised cattle. Russell looked forward to family farm day each year and enjoyed taking the grandkids on side-by-side rides through the pastures and woods. Russell and Mickie were avid campers and especially enjoyed the friendships they made over the years while camping at Charley Brown Park. He was a member of the Xenia Christ United Church.

He is survived by his wife: Mickie Cook of Rinard; a son: Steve (Mary) Cook of Carmi; grandchildren: Kristen (Jeremy) Smiddie of Carmi, Kendra (Andy) Knott of Indianapolis, Indiana, and Karie (Danny) Farris of Newton; great-grandchildren: Jaxson and Madison Smiddie, Hattie, Sydnie, Ellie, and Josie Knott, and Adelyn, Landen, and Brady Farris.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter: Janice Cook; and a brother: Bobby Cook.

A graveside ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Bunker Cemetery. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery.

Cook, Russell D. (I50839)

8828

Russell died in his home in Flora, Clay County, Illinois.

Yauch, Russell Dale (I241)

8829

Russell E. Gordon, 58, of Clay City, died of a heart attack at Clay City Hospital, Flora, at 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28.

Services will be at the Clay City Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Allen presiding. Burial will follow in the Clay City Cemetery with full military rites. Visitation will be in the Hosselton-Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home, Clay City.

He was born May 15, 1927, in Shelby County to Fred and Ruth (Denier) Gordon, Sr. He married Dixie Hunley, who survives, Nov. 11, 1947, in Clay City.

He was the owner and operator of Gordon's Lucky Dollar Food Store in Clay City.

Mr. Gordon was a veteran of World War II. He was a member of the Clay City Baptist Church, the Clay City American Legion, Clay City Odd Fellows, and was president of the Clay City Lions Club. He was a former mayor of Clay City.

He is survived by his wife, Dixie, Clay City; his father, Fred Gordon, Sr., Clay City; two sons, Richard and Randy, both of Clay City; three daughters, Mrs. Trudy Harris, Mt. Olive; Mrs. Connie Dust, Shumway; Mrs. Sondra Geiger, Olney; four brothers, Bob, Orlando, Fla.; John, Clay City; Jack, Decatur; Wayne, Mahomet; five sisters, Mrs. Jenny Newsome, Decatur; Mrs. June Shomaker, Decatur; Mrs. Doris Greene, Decatur; Mrs. Virginia Jennings, Flora; Mrs.
Marilyn Bissey, Clay City; and six grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his mother and a brother.

Memorials may be made to the Clay City Lions Club or to the church of one's choice.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, Dec, 185.

Gordon, Russell Everett (I13581)

8830

Russell E. Heath of rural Dundas died about 7 p.m Friday as the result of injuries in an auto accident north Olney.

Heath, Russell Earl (I39512)

8831

Russell Hosselton, 95, of Olney, passed away at 9:00 p.m. Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Hosselton, Russell (I36890)

8832

Russell J. Chaplin, 78, Rt. 4, Olney, died at 12:50 p.m. Saturday April 3, 1982, in Richland Memorial Hospital.

Chaplin, Russell J. (I25483)

8833

Russell M. Hall, age 50, a former resident of the Passport community, passed away suddenly at San Francisco, CA, last Friday.

He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Pearl Hall of Noble; three brothers, Elmo Hall of Urbana, Robert Hall of Clay City, and Pearlie Hall of Staunton; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Cazel of Noble and Mrs. Evelyn Wakefield of Wakefield, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held Tuesday in the Passport Methodist church with Rev. H. E. Dickey officiating.

Burial was in the Wesley cemetery at Passport.

Published in the Olney Advocate, Thursday, Jan 12, 1950.

Hall, Russell M. (I28121)

8834

Russell Mckinney born and raised on the farm outside Sailor Springs,married Ruby Ileen Rinehart on April 8th 1939 in St.Louis Mo. Russell called Ruby "susie'. They had 2 daughters Beverly S. and Judy F. Mckinney. Russell was the son of Mike Mckinney and Celestia McKinney of Sailor Springs. Russell was a brother to Ellorea, Grace, Katy, Jimmy and Norma. Russell worked for Pure Oil Company at the time of his death. Russell and Ruby lived in Bunnyville. He was bouncer when younger at the "Bloody Bucket" on week-ends between Clay City and Sailor Springs. Ruby is buried next to Elmer Thompson at Orchard Cemetery, Louisville, Illinois.

McKinney, Russell Loran (I34279)

8835

Russell V. Brewer, 54, a lifelong resident of Southeast Olney township, was found dead at the family residence yesterday evening.

The Sheriff and Coroner's office investigated. Coroner Bob Schaub said that the death was apparently the result of self-inflicted gunshot wounds.

Born in Richland County, Mr. Brewer was the son of Lyman Brewer and Bessie F. Fiock Brewer.

He was an active member of the Ebenezer community and a long time member of the Ebenezer Methodist Church.
Mr. Brewer formerly operated a feed store on South Whittle Avenue.

He was married to Thelma Mae Smith on May 1, 1937.
She survives him.
Also surviving are a son and two daughters: Carl Brewer of Olney, Miss Nancy Brewer of Deerfield Park, Fla., and Mrs. Sandra Lange of Gibson City. There are three grandchildren, Chuck, Cathy and Tina Jo Brewer.
Other survivors are his father Lyman Brewer of Olney, and two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Lois Kimmel, Mrs. Catherine Campbell and Paul Brewer, all
of Olney.

He was preceded in death by his mother, a son Monte Ray and a brother Clarence.

Brewer, Russell Vincent (I16297)

8836

Brewer, Russell Vincent (I16297)

8837

Russell was a fan and supporter of all Flora High School sporting events. He attended all the games and his presence was missed when he was no longer able to attend. He also enjoyed traveling and taking yearly vacations.

Russell worked for over 30 years at the Flora Eagles Lodge and was a member of Flora First Church of God.

Guinn, Russell O. (I17357)

8838

Russell was a field operator, working for Phillips Petroleum Company, retiring after 36 years. He was a World War II Army veteran serving in the European Theater, and attended the Free Methodist Church of Olney.

Hosselton, Russell (I36890)

8839

Rusty Lee Totten, 46, of Olney, IL, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois.

Rusty was born November 8, 1978, the son of Bobby Totten and Karen Lee (Newton) Totten.

Rusty graduated from West Richland High School in 1997. He worked for Fosters, Hardees, Olney IGA, Shultz Oil Company driving a truck and drove tractors for many local farmers. He also worked for several local plumbers and for Travco Motorsports. He then became a licensed plumber and started his own business for 13 years until returning to Pampe Plumbing.

Rusty enjoyed spending time with his four amazing kids: Austin, Katelyn, Carson and Mason. He was a prankster, loved time at Borah Lake with his family & friends. He always enjoyed chowder time with family, loved Motocross, vintage cars, working on and riding dirt bikes & ATVs.

He enjoyed leisure time on his new back porch, grilling out and working on projects out in his shop. He was kind, loved to talk, loved his hats, loved giving his nephews and nieces a hard time and enjoyed watching Clint Eastwood, Burt Reynolds & Jim Carrey movies. He was one of a Kind! The world will be a little quieter without him in it, he will forever be missed.

He is survived by his son, Austin Totten of Noble; daughter, Katelyn Totten of Noble; son, Carson Totten of Noble; and son, Mason Totten of Noble; parents, Bob and Karen Totten of Noble; siblings, Tami Engel and husband Chris of Olney and Josh Totten and wife Meagan of Noble; and nieces and nephews, Mariah, Cru, Gage, Brandon, Bryan, Chase, Charlee, Charity, Morgan, Kiersten, Angel, and Christian.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Don and Mina Newton; paternal grandparents Lee and Carmen Totten and Goldie and Don Ridgely, and several aunts and uncles, and beloved friend, Kerry Brown.

Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney has been entrusted with arrangements.

Cremation Rites were accorded, no services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home to aid with expenses.

Totten, Rusty Lee (I8808)

8840

Ruth Adelaide Hastings, 84, of rural Louisville, IL entered her heavenly home at 4:04 PM, Friday, April 30, 2010, at the age of 84 years 3 months and 26 days.

She was born northeast of Flora, IL on January 4, 1926 to Walter F. and Katie (Howell) Cox.

She married Robert L. Hastings on January 23, 1949. He survives along with their two sons: Jack and Warren Dale Hastings; two grandsons: Kevin L. and Travis W. Hastings; a brother: John S. Cox. Also surviving are six nieces, three nephews, several great-nieces and great-nephews, and a host of friends.

Mrs. Hastings was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters (Ruby E. Cox, Martha K. Jennings, and Mary L. Dennis), and a brother (Charles W. Cox).

Mrs. Hastings loved spending time with her family and helping others. Known for her cooking, and baking, especially her cinnamon rolls, she had recipes published in a national magazine, "Taste of Home". Also, she and her husband were known for their produce, which was shared with family, many neighbors, and friends. She was also a great seamstress and a crafter.

Prior to her marriage she was book keeper in Fairfield and then managed the Hornsby's 5&10 Cent Store in Flora. She was a member of the Louisville United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years and attended faithfully, including the Sunday before she suffered a stroke on early Monday morning that called her home. She was member of the Homemaker's Extension Association for 60 years, and at the time of her death she was serving her unit, M.F. & I., as president. She was member of the Clay County Farm Bureau Women's Committee and the Unit 1 Garden Club.

She also spent many hours with the American Red Cross blood drives as a volunteer and as a blood donor. She will be greatly missed.

Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with Rev. Brad Henson and Rev. Mark Nowakawski officiating.

The music was provided by Kevin and Travis Hastings.

Following the service she was laid to rest in Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs, IL.

Memorials to American Red Cross.

Cox, Ruth Adelaide (I53936)

8841

Ruth Alene (Montgomery) Hasler
Monday, February 20, 2017

Ruth Alene (Montgomery) Hasler of Bloomfield passed away Feb. 16, 2017 at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington. She was born in Shoals on Aug. 1, 1932 to Lonzo and Gail (Ross) Montgomery. Ruth graduated from Shoals High School. She married Henry Hasler of Bloomfield on April 26, 1957.

Ruth Retired from Crane N.A.D. in 1987. She was a member of the Mineral United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Mineral Ladies aid and N.A.R.F.E.

Ruth loved to travel with friends and made many trips all over the country. One of the things Ruth was noted for was sending cards for for every occasion. She spent a lot of time visiting the sick and elderly shut ins.

She is survived by her husband, Henry; son, William Hasler and wife Debbie of Bloomfield; daughter, Norma Turner and husband Jack of Mitchell; grandchildren, Brittany (Wyatt) LeGrand of Bloomfield; Derek and fiancé Jane Michael of Bloomfield; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Charles Montgomery; two half sisters, Etta Denny and Bernice Survance.

Funeral services

Montgomery, Ruth Alene (I19064)

8842

Ruth Ann Burgener, 86, of Olney passed away November 10, 2021 at Helia Healthcare Evergreen in Effingham.

Ruth was born December 8, 1934 in Bucyrus, OH to Jasper and Mildred (Foos) Hill. She married Harold M Burgener on May 29, 1966 in Caledonia, OH. Harold preceded her in death on December 26, 1988.

Ruth enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was very proud of her snowmen collection and enjoyed decorating her home for each season. Ruth was a very open and friendly person and never met a stranger.

Ruth Ann Burgener is survived by son, Ricki Schmidt and wife Wanda of Lynchburg, VA; son, Dennis Schmidt and wife Jennifer of Concord, VA; daughter, Rachelle Reed of Watson, IL; grandchildren, Ricki (Jennifer) Schmidt, Stacie (Chris Kuhland) Cavin, Ashley (Jeremy) Dake, Stephanie (Ryan) Windhorst, Tyler (Kristin) Schmidt, Chase (Mackayla) Schmidt, Mindy (Jeff) Maurer, and Karie (Patrick) Kieffer; great grandchildren, Parker Schmidt, Audrey Schmidt, Johnny Cavin, Wyatt Cavin, Easton Dake, Reeslyn Dake, Jackson Windhorst, Maddox Windhorst, Emma Maurer, and Noah Maurer; longtime friend, Penny Hoezle and family.

She was preceded in death by parents; husband; special companion, Millard Chaney; and brother, Robert Eugene Hill.

Interment will take place on at Saron Cemetery.

Hill, Ruth Ann (I51214)

8843

Ruth Ann Welty, 64, of Flora, IL died at 11:30 AM Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at her home in Flora. She was born November 5, 1943 in Flora to John & Ruby (Smith) Welty.

During her life she worked at Flora International Shoe and Cargill and her memberships include the following: Bethlehem Christian Church, Flora Eagles Auxiliary and Flora American Legion Auxiliary.

Ruth Ann was an avid mushroom hunter, enjoyed bingo and was always providing for others.

She is survived by her brother: Dr. Steve Welty & wife Ruthie of Louisville; sister: Linda Boyd & husband Donnie of Clay City; foster children: Michael & Stacy Pruitt of Flora; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins also survive.

Graveside services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Rusk Cemetery in rural Flora. It will be followed by a gathering at Bethlehem Christian Church. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Christian Church and may be received at Frank & Bright Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.

Welty, Ruth Ann (I20483)

8844

Ruth attended school at Central Grade School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois, and East Richland High School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois.

Nella Ruth Cornwell Obituary
Here is Nella Ruth Cornwells obituary. Please accept Echovitas sincere condolences.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Nella Ruth Cornwell of Lawrenceville, Illinois, who passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Nella Ruth Cornwell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Barbara House (McDowell) and Francis House. She is survived by : her husband Jim; her son Tanner Ray Cornwell; her grandchildren, Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell; and her brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois..

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Calvary Apostolic Church (IL-250, Lawrenceville, IL 62439). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Source: https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/il/lawrenceville/nella-ruth-cornwell-14123899

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Nella Ruth Cornwell 67 of Lawrenceville passed away at Wabash General Hospital, Mt. Carmel, Illinois.

She was born on October 6, 1954 to Barbara (McDowell) and Francis House in Olney, Illinois.

Ruth married the love of her life James Jim Cornwell in 1980 and he survives.

She was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker.

Ruth was a very dedicated member of the Calvary Apostolic Church.

She is survived by loving husband Jim, her loving children Tanner Ray Cornwell of Lawrenceville Tabitha Joe Rego and husband Caleb of Robinson, Illinois, 5 grandchildren Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell and 1 brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents.

The Memorial Service for Ruth will be at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 with a visitation starting at 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the Calvary Apostolic Church in Lawrenceville with Pastor Donaldson officiating.

Burial will be at a later date in the Olney Maple Dale Cemetery.

Source: https://www.glasserfh.com/obituary/nella-cornwell

House, Nella Ruth (I311)

8845

House, Nella Ruth (I311)

8846

Ruth Conley, 81, of Clay City, died February 21, 1991, at the Richland Memorial Hospital.

Miss Conley was born May 5, 1905 in North Carolina. She was a store clerk and a member of the Clay City Baptist Church.

She is survived by a beloved best friend, Pearl Conour.

She was preceded in death by her adopted mother, Mary Conley.

Funeral services were held at the Clay City Baptist Church with the Rev. Charlie Allen officiating.

Burial was in the Clay City Cemetery.

Memorials to the Clay City Baptist Church.

Hosselton, Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home in Clay City was in charge of arrangements.

Conley, Ruth V. (I29883)

8847

Ruth embraced helping others, self-improvement, and using her creativity, but she is especially remembered as a loving and encouraging mom who volunteered as a Brownie troop leader for her daughters and truly treasured recent years with her grandkids and great-grandchildren. She enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in a hospital, and was later employed by the State of Illinois. She returned to college later in life and earned a bachelors degree with honors from Western Illinois University. Fishing, mushroom hunting, reading, and artistry in painting, pottery, and other materials were all things that Ruth enjoyed. She looked forward to family get-togethers, and could spend hours playing Canasta and all sorts of games involving dice and cards.

Ferguson, Ruth Ann (I41874)

8848

Ruth H. Clinton, 90, of Olney passed away Sunday evening, October 25, 2020 from complications of Covid-19 at Richland Nursing & Rehab in Olney.

Ruth Helen (Zerkel) Clinton was born on June 2, 1930 in Clay County to Clarna G. and Agnes (Gross) Zerkel.

She attended Pleasant Dale country school in Pixley Township, Clay County. She also attended Noble High School.

After graduation in 1948, she worked at Clay County Farm Bureau in Louisville, IL until her marriage to James T. Clinton on March 30, 1951. She lived in Noble, IL until July 1982 when she and James moved to Olney.

Ruth was a very talented seamstress and passed on her love of sewing to both of her daughters. She worked at Musgrove Apparel doing alterations for 7 years and did clothing alterations at home for 20 years. She also worked at Kex Products for 18 years.

She was a long-time member of Freedom Baptist Church north of Noble, where she served as pianist for several years.
Her children have many fond memories of sitting with her at the piano, singing church hymns and childrens songs.

Ruth was a wonderful cook and enjoyed making big meals for her family. Her children and many others especially loved her homemade pies.

Her husband James (Jim) Taylor Clinton preceded her in death on May 10, 2012.

She is survived by son Richard (Karen) of Olney, daughter Janice of Olney, daughter Brenda (Steve) Francis of Olney, and son Paul D. (Sherry) of Wheeler, IL.

Five grandchildren: Eric Francis, David (Dawn) Francis and Amy (Ben) Snowden, Abby (Dustin) Phillips, and Taylor Clinton. Two step-grandchildren: Tom (Angela) Courtney and Allen (Lena) Courtney

Five great -grandchildren: Emmett and Auri Francis, Rhett and Beckett Phillips, and Murphy Snowden. Seven step-great-grandchildren: Hailey and Emalee Courtney, and Shyam, Brooklyn, and Madison Courtney. She is also survived by 2 nephews and 2 nieces.

Besides her husband James, she was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Corporal Herbert Zerkel and brother, Melvin Zerkel.

Memorials in Ruths honor can be made to Carmi Baptist Childrens Home, c/o Freedom Baptist Church.

There will be a Drive Thru Visitation from 12-1 PM at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home. A private family service will be held at 1:00 PM. Burial will be at the North Freedom Cemetery following the service.

Family and friends are invited to attend the graveside service at North Freedom Cemetery. Anyone wishing to attend the burial service is requested to wear a mask and maintain social distancing, per the family request.

Zerkel, Ruth H. (I40713)

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Ruth Hawley, 59, Oblong, died last Thursday in her home.

Services were held in the Pulliam Funeral Home in Oblong.

Mrs. Hawley was born Oct. 28, 1922 in Noble, the daughter of Charles and Dora (Denning) Hance. She married John Hawley in 1946 and he survives.

She was a member of Dogwood United Methodist Church in Oblong.

Other survivors include a son, Monty, Robinson; a daughter, Mrs. Howard (Carla) Griffith, Glenwood; two brothers, Leslie Hance, Noble; Paul Hance, Peoria; four sisters, Mrs. Ken (Wanda) Fessler, Noble;
Mrs. Mewis (Evelyn) Delonshaw, Clay City; Mrs. Harold (Stella) Smith, Clay City; and Mrs. Georgia Leifers, Argenta; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL April 15, 1982.

Hance, Ruth J. (I19263)

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Ruth I. Neeley, 91, of Flora, IL, died May 23, 2006, at Hilltop Nursing Home in Charleston, IL.

Mrs. Neeley was born September13, 1914 in Richland Conty, the daughter of Alva and LuElla Barnes Watson. She married Melvin Neeley January 7, 1935 in Olney and he preceded her in death April 6, 1996.

She was a homemaker, a member of Flora Assembly of God, past precident of WCTU in Flora, and a past member of Olney Hound Dog Society. She enjoyed donating her time to church and God.

Survivors include two sons, Addison and Mel"Buddy" Neeley; and eight grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, two brothers and two sisters.

Funeral services were held at Frank and Bright Funeral Home in Flora with burial in Clay City Cemetery.

(Published Hometown Journal)

Watson, Ruth I. (I30923)

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