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NANCY JANE ANGLETON
Nancy Jane Angleton, widow of Thomas A. Angleton, was born 5 Sep. 1849 and died at her home on Harris Creek Mar. 23, 1910 of a brief illness of lagrippe. She was the first daughter and fifth child of Nancy Jane (Patton) and Elias Oxford and was born and reared a quarter of a mile of where she died. She was first married to James Oxford in the spring of 1866 by whom she had five (5) children, only two (2) of whom, Wilmer Oxford and Mrs. Peter Hambrink survive her. Her first husband died in Oct. 1883 and in Sep. 1885 she married Thomas Angleton by whom she had Millard, who survives her. It can be truthfully said of her last husband that he was exceptionally good and kind to his step-children which kindness they reciprocated, thereby promoting peace and happiness in the family. She grew to woman-hood at the time when the educational facilities in this county were so very bad, only those who had a burning hope for an education and pressed against great odds ever got beyond the three R's and hence her education was very limited in the ability merely to read a little. She had been a member of the General Baptist Church for many years, and of her purity of heart, honesty of purpose and upright Christian life, no one who knew her ever had the slightest doubt. As a wife and mother she had few equals, was devoted and loving, giving the best service of her life to her family. Socially she had few charms, of those who knew her will admire her because of her innate kindness of heart. She is survived by brothers, John A. Oxford and George W. Oxford; sister Hannah E. Brownfield, besides a host of other relatives and friends who mourn her death. After a funeral discourse by Rev. E. N. Hall, in where he gave a beautiful and loving tribute to the deceased---dwelling especially of purity, industry and quality of life. Taken from the Hardin County Independent, Hardin County, Illinois
MRS. IDA ANGLETON'S MOTHER
We were sorry to learn of the death of Mrs. Ida Angleton's mother last week, at or near Harrisburg, Illinois. Her maiden name was Partain, and she was first married to Booker Jenkins, a prominent citizen and well-to-do farmer of the north-west corner of this county by whom she reared a large and respectable family of children. Our acquaintance with the deceased and her first husband leads us to believe that they performed the duties of husband and wife toward each other in a manner that was satisfactory to both and all others concerned, rearing their children in a Christian home. Many years after the death of Mr. Jenkins, and in fact recently, she was married to an old gentleman by the name Hicks, with whom she was destined to live but a short time. Sincere sympathy is extended to the near relatives in this county and else where as well. "Roxie" (John Allen Oxford) 4 Dec 1924 Hardin county Independent
BRADLEY ALLEN
BRADLEY ALLEN, 58, of Golconda died Wednesday, November 11, 1998 at his home in Golconda.
Mr. Allen, a native of Gilbertsville, KY, was a member of Operating Engineers Local 318. He attended Social Brethren Church.
He is survived by his wife, Pauline Cummins Allen; two daughters, Valerie Millis of Golconda and Jackie Dutton of Elizabethtown; one brother, James Allen of Golconda; and three grandchildren, Jamie Millis, Deda Millis and Ben Millis, all of Golconda.
His parents were Bradley Allen and Lorraine Tass Collins Allen.
Services were held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 13 at Aly Funeral Home in Golconda. The Rev. Charles DePriest officiated with burial in Sulphur Springs Cemetery
CHARLES JESSE ASBELL
Charles Jesse Asbell was born in Pope Co. IL. 28 March 1887. Confessed faith in Christ when he was 17 years of age. He was married to Mary L. Smith February 4, 1911. Lived a happy married life for 14 years 10 months and 20 days.
Deceased died December 24, 1925 at his home two miles northwest of Elizabethtown, Illinois. He was injured while working on the hard road in the early spring April 18, 1924. He was taken to Paducah June 26, 1924 for an operation caused from the injury while working on the hard road. Jesse leaves a wife, father, one half sister and a host of relatives to mourn his loss.
His remains were tenderly laid to rest in the Asbell cemetery in Pope County to await resurrection morning.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 4 February 1926
FEROL ETTA AUSTIN
FEROL ETTA AUSTIN, 80, of Cave In Rock, IL. died Tuesday, September 3, 2002.
Survivors include a daughter, Pam Brazier of Shawneetown; a son Brent Austin of
Cave In Rock; brother Floyd Pete Angleton, Dixon; sister Avedine Neault, park
Ridge; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Herschel "Hank" Austin, her parents,
and a brother.
Visitation will be held at Rose-Gilbert Funeral Home on Thursday (tonight0
beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with
burial in Cave Hill Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cave In Rock Masonic Cemetery Fund.
NINA H. AUSTIN
NINA H. AUSTIN, 89, of Elizabethtown, died Tuesday March 20,
12:35 p.m. at Hardin County General Hospital.
she was a member of Peters Creek General Baptist church and a 30-plus year
retired licensed practical nurse.
Survivors include daughters, Janice Oxford, Route 2, Elizabethtown, Betty
Richardson, Daytona Beach, FL, and Winona Sue Daymon, Belleville, MI; sons,
George W. Cronkrite, Menataire, NE and Robert F. Cronkrite, Route 1,
Elizabethtown; 9 grandchildren, 20 greag-grandchildren and 19 great-great
grand-children.
She was preceded in death by husbands, Roy Austin and George Cronkrite; her
parents, William Henry and Edith Hurford Riggs; a sister, Imogene Riggs; and
brothers, William Henry and Noah Riggs.
Friends may call at Hosick Funeral Home, Rosiclare, beginning at 4:00 p.m. today
(Thursday). Funeral services will be conducted at Peters Creek General Baptist
Church on Friday at 11;00 a.m. officiated by Rev. Jack Oglesby.
Burial will be in Peters Creek Cemetery. (received 9/28/01 )
Mary Lee Baltzell
Services for Mary Lee Baltzell, 85, of Santa Clara, CA, were held at 1:00 p.m. Monday at Rose-Gilbert Funeral Home. The Rev. Arthur Austin, Jr., with burial in Mount Zion Cemetery.
She died Thursday, February 11, 1999 in Santa Clara.
Surviving are a daughter Mildred Oxford of Santa Clara; a son Shermon Suits of Golconda; five grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren
RUBY L. BARGER
RUBY L. BARGER 82, of Harrisburg died at 12:05 a.m. Thursday, December 17, 1998 at Carbondale memorial Hospital.
Mrs. Barger, a native of Saline County, was a homemaker.
She is survived by three daughters, Donna Irwin and Sandra Allen, both of Harrisburg, and Sue Oakley of Paducah; three sons, Raymond Barger of Jacksonville, Jack Barger of Tunnel Hill and Jim Barger of Elizabethtown; two brothers, Earl Bailey of Harrisburg and Glendall Bailey of Evansville, IN; eight grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen Barger; four brothers; two sisters; one grandchild; and one great-grandchild. Her parents were Frank and Clara Jenkins Bailey.
Services were at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 19 at Gaskins Funeral Home. The Rev. John Bailey officiated with burial in Pleasant ridge Cemetery in Delwood.
ALLEN BARNARD
Allen Barnard, a native of Hardin County, died at the age of 87 years at the Galatia Nursing Home Wednesday of last week. He was a son of the late John A. and Lurenda Barnard.
During his active years he farmed and worked in timber. He had left Hardin County and made his home in Galllatin County several years ago. His wife had died many years ago and they had no sons or daughters. Services include two brothers, Walter Barnard, Cave-in-Rock, and Spencer Barnard, Sparks Hill, and one sister Mrs. Alda Barnard, Golconda.
The body was taken to the Equality funeral Home and the funeral was held there Friday afternoon. Rev. Frank Purer, pastor of Equality Methodist Church being the officiating clergyman. Burial was near Equality. Among those who attended the funeral were Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barnard and Mrs. C.C. Kerr,. John Barnard, Manteno, was here for the funeral. Taken from the Hardin County Independent 25 Oct 1956
C.W. BARNARD
C.W. Barnard, the subject of this sketch, was born in Hardin County July 19, 1831 and died at his home in Harrisburg (Dorrisville) Saline Co. IL. August 26, 1915 of dropsey and senile
debility at the advanced age of 84 years.
He was first married to Elizabeth Hess, a sister to David Hess, by whom he had 8 children. His second wife was Riller Wallace, a sister to Levy Wallace if Bald Knob, Arkansas and the late W.R. Wallace of this county, by whom he had 10 children. (Some of the children of both marriages are dead, but the writer knows not how many.) During the latter part of the seventies he and his first wife and children moved to Kansas, and made about two crops and returned to this county. Soon after his return his wife died, but he soon remarried and sold his two farms on what is known as "The Mountain" a mile or two southwest of the Rock Creek school and church houses, where he lived for many years and accumulated considerable property. He then moved back to Kansas about 1881, taking his young wife with him. But he remained there but a short time when he returned again with his family to the county and State of his nativity. Soon after he came back, the second time he purchased some cheap wood land in the north part of this county near Yellow Springs where he settled for a time and sold out and moved to near Harrisburg in 1900, and later moved to Dorrisville, where he lived until death claimed him.
About 18 years ago the deceased made a profession of religion at a revival meeting at Yellow Springs, and it is said ever afterward lived a consistent Christian life. he knew for some time previous to his death that the end was near, and was not perfectly resigned to the will of the Master. But expressed a willingness and anxiety to go to his reward.
He was a black smith by trade, and his mechanical genius was such that he could do any kind of woodwork that was necessary in the prosecution of his trade. He was a farmer also, and farmed somewhat extensively while living in this county, and for some time after leaving here, in Saline County.
He was known and recognized by all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance as an industrious, hardworking, high-minded, upright conscientious citizen; a good neighbor, husband and father, with faults which merely illustrated that inheritance of fallibility which is our common lot. The fact that he was married twice and reared two large families necessarily placed upon him great responsibilities which required tact, patience and good judgment to successfully meet; but he met and overcame every obstacle in a manner creditable to himself, and did reserve what he conceived to be his duty. And what greater consolations can we have, when the shadows of life are closing about him, than to feel that he has bravely bore the responsibilities of life and conscientiously performed his duty.
Our deceased friend and brother found a last resting place in the Somerset Cemetery in Saline County, 10 miles this side of Harrisburg, where he was buried on the day following his death. After a funeral discourse by his nephew, Rev. A.J. Clanton, of this county. Peace to his ashes and sincere sympathy to his surviving wife and children and 38 grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren and one brother, J.A. Barnerd, who has lived the time allotted to man by the Psalmist David, three score and ten years, is in declining health. Written by John Allen Oxford
Taken from the Hardin County Independent- Published 9 September `1915
MRS. LURENDA CATHERINE BARNARD
Funeral services for Mrs. Lurenda Catherine Barnard, one of Hardin County oldest residents were held yesterday afternoon in Peters Creek church with Rev. Millard Oxford officiating.
She was buried in the cemetery there near her husband, John a. Barnard who died 31 July 1930.
Mrs. Barnard died on Monday. She had been living with her son John and her daughter Mrs. Mollie Holbrook in Gallatin County. She would have been 93 in august and died of infirmities of old age.
The daughter of the late Tyre and Elizabeth Jackson, she was born on the Franklin Jackson farm in Hardin County.
Her husband had been a Civil War Vet and she was a descendent of Andrew Jackson one of the early Presidents of the U.S. She was known to friends as "Aunt Kate." For 74 years she was a member of the General Baptist church at Rock Creek, and a member of the Rebecca Lodge.
Survivors include four sons, Walter, Cave-in-Rock, Spence, Hardin County, John and Allen of Gallatin County and two daughters Mrs. Jackie Barnard and Mrs. Mollie Holbrook both of Gallatin County.
Taken from the Hardin county Independent 18 Feb. 1943
JOE BARNES
Joe Barnes, 77, of Cave In Rock, died at 6:10 a.m. Tuesday. December 22, 1998 at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Marion.
He was a World War II Army veteran and had been a prisoner of war.
Surviving are a daughter, Jolene Lewis of Cave In Rock; a sister, Audry Webb of Harrisburg; two grandchildren, Scott Ray Boone and Kelli Jo Lewis; and two great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 23, 1998 at Sunset Lawn Cemetery in Harrisburg.
J.M. Weirauch Funeral Home, Harrisburg was in charge of arrangements.
HANNAH HAWKER BATH
In memory of Hannah Hawker who was born in Germany June 2, 1840, near Berlin and
departed this life November 7, 1914, aged 74 years, 5
months, and 5 days. She spent her childhood days near Berlin and was united in marriage to Henry Bath with whom she immigrated to America
To this happy union were born 11 children-2 are dead and 9 living.-4 sons and 5 daughters. She with her husband immigrated to this country in 1868 right after the Civil War, in the days when poverty shrieked at the door of the early settlers. They were poor and amid the hardships and trials with only ten dollars and two children they settled near Shetlerville. But they worked hard in love for one another to preserve the home and their work could not go unrewarded, in their honest efforts they won. Grandma Bath, as she was know by the many friends who loved her so dearly,
professed faith in the Savior and was received into the Lutheran church and lived a faithful servant of God, an affectionate wife and a loving mother. In 1918 the faithful companion, the father, departed this life leaving the mother to a life of
loneliness, though her children did all they could to cheer her. The last days of her sojourn in this life were spent in the home of her daughter,
Mrs. Fred Shetler, where she became sick March 6, 1914 and her affliction developed into paralysis and she
became unable to walk. She bore her suffering and during all her sickness, her children,
relatives and friends worked with loving heat and willing hands to relieve her of her pains and sufferings, but all in vain. Her toil is o'er and her rest is nigh.
She leaves 9 children-29 grandchildren-1 great grandchild and a host of friends to mourn her
departure Let us weep not as those who have no hope. This life is only preparation for the next. The baby died that the soul, the spiritual flower, may bloom into new life. Hardin county Independent 26 November 1914
MRS. EMMA C. BAUGHER
Mrs. Emma C. Baugher, daughter of George A. and Eliza Ratcliff was born September the 20th 1874 near Ford's Ferry, Crittenden Co. KY. Died April 1st at 1 a.m. 1923 at her home, Benton, Ill. age 48 years, 7 months and 11 days. She was married to J.H. Baughter August the 21st. 1895 at Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois. To this union was born seven children as follows: George Alphus, Estelle, Lee Hollas, and Harrol Lester, all are living, Ollie Glinn and two infants not names have preceded her to the great beyond. She leaves behind a husband and four children, 2 grand children, father, brother four sisters and a host of relatives and friends untold.
Her remains were carried to Dorrisville, and where I preached her funeral to many of her friends and relatives. The remains was lowered in the cemetery in Harrisburg about 4 p.m. the second day of April. Will say to the husband, children, father, relatives and friends, she has gone to be with Jesus. We cannot bring her back but God has provided a way through the stoning blood of his son that enables all to go where she has gone and spend eternity with her God and the angels and all saved people. You that are not saved, prepare to meet God. Amos 4-12. I am praying for you all that God will comfort your hearts.
Written by Rev. Willis M. Brown, Blackford, KY.
FRED BAYNE
Under column called Gleanings-December 1924
Sad indeed was the sudden death of Fred Bayne, being crushed in the mines at Herrin, Illinois last week. He had been down to see his mother and sick brother the week before, and had his mother's thing moved to Herrin and she was going as soon as the little boy was able, but before she got to go, his remains were brought back and laid to rest in the Beavers Cemetery. He leaves a wife and four children, a mother and several brothers and sisters.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent
LILLIE MAE BEAVERS
LILLIE MAE BEAVERS, 86, of Cave In Rock died
Tuesday, February 20, 2001, at Hardin County General Hospital in Rosiclare.
She was a member of Potters Church.
Surviving are a daughter, Wanda Lee Shore Bragdon of Cave In Rock; four sons,
Robert Juniro, James I, and Kenny, all of Cave In Rock, and Gene of Texas; three
galf sisters, Pearlene Johnson of Deleware, Annie Copley of AR, and Bonnie McBee
of MI; two half brothers, Billie Joe and Russell Johnson, both of MI; 11
grandchildren; and great grandchildren.
Her husband, Lee, preceded her in death.
Services were conducted at 11;00 a.m. Saturday at Rose-Gilbert Funeral Home,
with burial in Cave Hill Cemetery.4/20/01
LAVENA BEBOUT
Lavena Bebout, b. 8 Oct 1929-d. 12 Feb 1996. Married 18 Dec 1947 Uly Bebout- brother Lafawn Foster, grand sons Lee and Grant Bebout. Dec: parents Lee and Radie Foster, husband Uly, son Terry. Buried in Good Hope cemetery.
JAMES H. BELL
JAMES H. BELL, of Elizabethtown died Tuesday morning, May 25, 1999 at the Veterans Hospital in Marion, IL. Funeral
arrangements are pending at Cox Funeral Home.
Immediate survivors include his sister, Mary Brazell of Elizabethtown and a daughter, Samantha Hudson of New Sharon, IA.
ETHEL BELT
Ethel, the second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W.J. Belt of Oran, Missouri was born in Hardin County, Illinois September 19, 1895, departed this life July 23, 1914 of typhoid fever, was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery in Missouri.
During her stay in Hardin County, Illinois, she became a Christian at eleven years of age and was very active in the services of the Lord. She left with her parents for Missouri in 1908 being about 13 years of age.
We know nothing of her life after leaving Hardin County, but her father informs us that she died in the faith, a blessed consolation!
She was married to Mr. W.T. Pate Jr. about two years ago. She leaves a husband a baby (James Albert) about 15 months old, father, mother, brother, two sisters and a host of friends to mourn her loss. Written by Mrs. Dora Riggs and Mrs. Jodie Palmer.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 13 August 1914
JOHN M. BELT
JOHN M. BELT-Services for John Marion 86, of Elizabethtown were held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 11, 1999 at Hosick Funeral Home in Rosiclare. The Rev. Mark Stanton officiated with burial in Peter's Creek Cemetery.
He died at 5:10 a.m. Friday, January 8 at Hardin County Hospital.
Mr. Belt was a retired mill foreman for Ozark-Mahoning Mining Co.
Surviving are a son, John Leo Belt of Conway, AR; two daughters, Sue Nowack of Medina, OH, and Judy Irvin of Rosiclare; two sisters, Georgia Sisco of Girard and Mary Alice Truman of Augusta, MI; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Golda M. Belt; and a daughter Carol Jean Belt. His parents were Commodore and Rachel Palmer Belt.
GLADYS CLARK BIRCH
Gladys Clark Birch was born in Marion, Kentucky on January 18, 1907. She was the oldest of seven children born to Lester and Elizabeth (Belt) Clark.
Her family moved to Rosiclare where her father worked for the Rosiclare Mining Company. After her father's death, Gladys helped raise the younger children.
She graduated from Rosiclare High School in 1926. After high school she worked for the Post Office and later as a dental assistant in Rosiclare and San Bernardino, California.
Gladys married Dr. W.H. Birch in San Bernardino in 1935. She was a working mother who helped raise three stepchildren and one son. She was also very active in the community; 4-H and extension, Woman's Club, and the Rosiclare First United Methodist church, to name a few. Her hobbies were as diverse as her talents. She won many ribbons and honors for her cooking, canning, sewing, gardening, and flower arranging. Though she did not play an instrument and seldom sang, she had a keen ear and great appreciation for music. She had a laughing spirit a great sense of humor and was a born mimic.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother and youngest brother, Trice Clark. She is survived by her husband, Dr. W.H. Birch; three stepchildren, Marion Busch of Long Beach, CA. Dr. William H. Birch of Olney, IL., and Janette Spees of Arlington, VA.., a son Robert W. Birch of Eagle Point, OR; six grandchildren, Carol Busch Haucenga of Long Beach, CA., Brent and Mary Birch of Olney, Il., Karen Spees of Arlington, VA., Natalie Birch Williams of Eagle Point, OR., and Janet Birch Zigenhagen of Long Beach, CA., five great grandchildren: Angie and Kyle Crabb of Long Beach, CA., Garrison Birch of Olney, IL. and Alison and Alexander Williams of Point, OR; three sisters, Hazel Ashford, Helen Reynolds and Anice McGahee of San Bernardino, CA; and two brothers Roy Clark of Los Angeles, CA and Robert Clark of Redlands, CA; many nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. All remember her with love and affection.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent
MARY M. BERRY
Mary M. Berry of 1100 Third Street in Rosiclare died at 6:55 p.m. on Monday,
May 11, at Rosiclare Health Care Center. She was 90.
She was the daughter of Allen L. and Georgia (Smith) Wasson.
Mrs. Berry was the wife of Orval Berry, who preceded her in death. Also
preceding her in death were her parents and her sisters, Mabel, Cora, Selma and
Ailene.
Mrs. Berry was a member of the Rosiclare United Methodist Church, the Rosiclare
Woman's Club and was active in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts for years.
She is survived by two daughters, Marian (Roger) Joiner of Lexington, Ky. and
Rosemary Patton of Elizabethtown; two sons, Thomas Berry of Chesapeake, Va. and
Robert Berry of Charlotte, N.C.; a brother, Sherman Wasson of Baxter Springs,
Kan.; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
The body has been cremated. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m.
at Rosiclare United Methodist Church with Brother Bert Bishop officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Methodist Children's Home, Mt.
Vernon, Ill. 62864 or can be left at Hosick Funeral Home. ... 5-18-98
MRS. INDIA VINYARD BIRCH
Elizabethtown community were saddened when they learned on Friday night of the tragic death of Mrs. India Vinyard Birch, wife of Dr. W.H. Birch. Mrs. Birch had been in ill health for about two years.
Mrs. Birch was reared to womanhood by Dr. and Mrs. F.M. Fowler of Elizabethtown, receiving her education in the public schools and she was an accomplished musician.
She was married to Dr. W.H. Birch in 1920 and to them were born three children, Marion, William and Jeanette, who are left to mourn her loss.
Funeral services were held on Sunday afternoon at the M.E. Church in Elizabethtown, being conducted by Rev. Lloyd C. Vinyard. Following are the gentlemen who acted as pall bearers: Messrs John L., Hetherington, Charlie Bryant, Terry Henry, E. G. Galloway, Luther Sheridan and Clyde Flynn.
The Rosiclare Chapter of O.E.S. conducted funeral services for Mrs. India Birch last Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Ellis in Elizabethtown previous to the services which were held at the church. They were in charge of Mrs. Beulah Howard, W.M. and her staff of officers. Mrs. Birch was a charter member of this chapter and served as Electa during the year 1928.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent June 1935
HANES ROLAND BIRCH
Hanes Roland Birch "Jim Friday" was born in the Peters Creek Community on
December 16, 1920. He was born to the late John and Mollie McFall Birch.
He married Mary Ava Willis on April 27, 1941. they had four children; Edna Ann,
Rosemary, Stephen, and Sarah. They lost both Edna Ann and Stephen while the two
were still infants.
Early in their marriage Jim held a job working for Mr. Hunter. This is how he
met his lifelong friend, Jimmy Clary. Jim drew satisfaction from having such a
dear friend as Jimmy. He was the son that Jim never had.
Jim served in the army in the 218th Battalion during World War Ii where he
received the Victory Medal, Theater Ribbon with two bronze stars, Good conduct
Medal, Bronze Star Medal, and the Overseas Service bar.
After returning from active service, Jim took a job with the Pattons where he
drove a truck. A short time later he and his family moved to Sholes, Indiana
where he worked underground in gypsum mines.
He and his family returned to Elizabethtown in 1954. It was then that he went to
work for Minerva Mines. He was severely injured in 1956 when a boulder fell on
his head. The accident forced him to leave his job.
Jim then began what became his greatest hobby - fishing. He and his nephew, Bud,
took tom under their wings and began to teach him everything they knew. Tom was
a second son to Jim. They spent many a day out on the river and fondly referred
to the Ohio as "The Office:. Jim later took his grandchildren and even
great-grandchildren on trips to "The Office."
Jim lived in Elizabethtown until the early part of 1999. The Rosiclare Health
Care Center then became his home until he was transferred to Hardin County
General Hospital on Tuesday, October 23,,,, where he passed away this past
Thursday, November 1, 2001 at 2:45 p.m. He was 80 years, 10 months, and 16 days
old.
Jim was preceded in death by three sisters, Lorene, Mildred, and Wilmetta; his
wife Mary Ava; two children, Stephen and Edna Ann; three sisters-in-law, Zelma
Birch, Georgia Birch Phillips, and Freda Mason; three brother-in-law, James,
Neal, and Charles Willis; several nieces and nephews, Buddy Birch, Tony Mason,
Rosanna Willis, Donnie Willis, Gwen Willis, and John roe; and one grandson, Mike
Williams.
He is survived by one brother, Richard of Belknap; two daughters and their
husbands, Rosemary and Tom Williams and Sara and Lonnie Brown of Elizabethtown;
four grandchildren, Rod, Jason, Amy and Haley; and 10 great grandchildren.
He will be sadly missed by his family, relatives, and friends.
As we leave the funeral home today, we will make one last stop at "The Office'
for a moment of silent prayer. (received 10/19/02)
THOMAS E. BIRCH
Thomas E. Birch, son of Ben and Viola Birch was born May 11th 1912 and died Jan 12th. 1915; aged 1 year, 8 months and 1 day. Little Matoe, as he was commonly called by every one, was a child of exceptional endurance always in a good humor although afflicted all his life. He seemed to pay little attention to his affliction always laughing and playing with other children. In the last two weeks of his sickness he became so bad that medical assistance was called in the person of Dr. F. M. Fowler who pronounced it tuberculosis and no hope. All that medical skill and loving hands could do was done but of no avail.
I would say to the parents: prepare yourselves to meet little Matoe where there
will be no more good-byes and where all tears will be wiped away.
On the day following his death, he was brought to Central for interment and after a brief funeral service, conducted by the writer, all that was mortal of little Matoe was laid to rest by the side of Virgil, his brother, to await the call to Him, who said, suffer the children to come unto me for of such is the
Kingdom of Heaven.
DR. WILLIAM HENRY BIRCH
Dr. William Henry Birch, the son of William James and Hirametta Lyons Birch, was born at Peters Creek, Illinois on November 8th. 1895. He died at the age of 97 years and 10 months at 9:33 p.m. August 31, 1993 at the Hardin County General Hospital, in Rosiclare, Illinois.
Dr. Birch was the last survivor of nine children. his brothers and sisters were: Gula (a twin sister who died in infancy), Cora Cowsert, Alice Irby, Lula Ellis, Eva White, Daisy Barnard, Benjamin, and John Dewey.
Of a marriage to India Vinyard, three children were born: Marian Virginia Busch of Long Beach, California; William Howard Birch of Olney, Illinois and Janette Anne Spees of Arlington, Virginia.
Born of a marriage to Gladys Clark was a son Robert Warren Birch of Eagle Point, Oregon.
Grandchildren are Carol Busch Haucenga of Long Beach, California; Brent Lee Birch, Olney, Illinois, Mary Elaine Pence of Daphne, Alabama; Karen Anne Spees of Arlington, Virginia; Natalie Rose Williams of Antral Point, Oregon; and Janet Elizabeth Ziegenhagen of Long Beach, California. There are also six great-grandchildren. Surviving nieces and nephews include; James Wayne Irby, of Ohio; Wilmetta Hawkins, of Rosiclare; Ethel Cloonan, of Denver, Co.; Troy and Birch Barnard of Elizabethtown; and James Weldon Birch of Eldorado.
Dr. Birch will be remembered by many for his professional life in the practice of Dentistry over 42 years. But he was also known for his love of the great outdoors and the pursuit of golfing, fishing, hunting, and his collection of firearms. He was a fierce competitor--so much so that to follow him in pursuit of games was likened to "running a military obstacle course.
By the year of 1912 William was beginning his teaching career and taught at schools named Richland, Steele, Rosiclare and Keeling Hill in Hardin County.
He served in WWI at Camp Taylor, Louisville, Kentucky and graduated from the Louisville School of Dentistry in the year 1926--the same year he began his practice of Dentistry in an office on the second floor of the Capital Theater building in Rosiclare.
He served as County commissioner, was appointed as County Clerk, served on school boards and was active for many years in the First Methodist Church of Rosiclare. He served on the Quadri County Health Board and on the Draft Board in WWII.
It is not possible to list all of such activities but for many years he played trumpet and later saxophone in bands--especially the Rosiclare Band.
Dr. Birch had an uncanny memory of people, events, and places. He was sharp of mind to the very end--and was a great story teller. His writings in the Independent and Springhouse are recognized by many of his friends and he also left behind a treasure of data and recordings of his life's adventures that have not appeared in print. He began his writing of a chronology of events of his lifetime spanning almost ten decades, as a sequel to writings by his father.
Although he was sort of a pioneer, in times when men were self-made, he was quick to encourage others to set goals and to achieve them.
From his own writings--"In closing this chapter let me say that I loved the work I did and appreciated the opportunity to be of service to all my friends and some of my enemies."
When once asked what he considered to be a successful man, he replied: "A man is successful who is respected in his community, who has earned an honorable living, and who has reared a family of children to enjoy life after his passing."
As for our beloved father, grandfather, uncle and friend-May his soul rest in peace!
Taken from the Hardin County Independent
MAREDITH BALDWIN BISHOP
MAREDITH BALDWIN BISHOP was born in Herod, IL on the
first day of May, 1918. She was the youngst of nine children born to William
Henry Baldwin and Mattie Ann Sheldon Baldwin.
In 1950 she united into marriage with Ernest Edward Bishop of Rural Cave In
Rock, IL. To this union three children were born; Ernestine, William Edward and
Martha Ann.
She departed this life on Wednesday the 7th of February, 2001 while at her home.
She was 82 years old at the time.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Edward Bishop; her father,
William Henry Baldwin; her mother, Mattie Ann ( Sheldon) Baldwin; two brothers,
Walter and Virgil and five sisters; Blanche Maneke, Elva Drumm, Gladys Williams,
Della Crabb and Mollie Schutt.
She leaves to mourn three children; her oldest daughter Ernestine and Paul
Mitchell of Cave In Rock, IL; her son Edward and Mona Bishop of Cave In Rock,
IL; her youngest daughter Martha and Scott Fitch of Dallas, TX and one sister
Mattie Holmes of Metropolis, IL.
Also mourning her death are her eight grandchildren with which she sahred a very
special relationship; Jim, Denise, Deane, Whitney, Danielle, Aaron Jake, and
Brittanie. She also leaves behind great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews
and friends.
Maredith was born and raised in Herod. She remained at home with her parents
until she wed Ernest Edward and moved to his farm in rural Cave In Rock. At that
time she took on the responsibility of home maker and wife to Ernest until his
death in 1959. After the loss of her husband, Maredith focused her attention on
raising her three small children. Although Maredith had her hands full with her
three mischievous youngsters, they were her pride and joy.
Maredith was a devout Christian and member of Mt. Zion General Baptist Church
for many years. She believed in a strong family and took on the care of two of
her elder sisters until their deaths.
Maredith never met a stranger and welcomed everyone into her home with open
arms. She was a wonderful cook and made the best fried corn, chicken and
dumplings, buttermilk biscuits and blackberry cobbler around.
She always looked forward to spending time with her children. She couldn't wait
for Martha to call on Sunday to give an update on things in Texas and she looked
forward to Ernestine dropping by on her way home from school and of course she
enjoyed seeing Edward on his way to work (and giving him a banana to put in his
lunch).
Maredith was important in the lives of her grandchildren. She loved having the
grandchildren spend weeks with her and the kids in turn loved being spoiled by
the most wonderful grandma in the world.
Many lives have been touched by the goodness, generosity and love of Maredith
Bishop and those who were luck enough to get to know her will miss her and never
forget her.
1 March 2001 Hardin Co., Independant
WILLIAM BLACK
ANOTHER OLD LANDMARK GONE
William Black was born February 17th. 1849; died at the home of his daughter near Karbers Ridge February 16, 1927; being 77 years 11 months and 30 days old, and was buried on his 78th birthday.
He was married to Margaret Williams March 25th. 1873, four children was born to this union, one boy and three girls. Mentioned according to age-Joannah, Luella, Martha and Samuel Black. His wife died in March 1903 or 8 (unclear) after which Uncle Billl as he is familiarly called, made his home among his children
Uncle Bill was a straight, honest, law abiding citizen. He never did untie with any ecclesiastical denomination, but was a firm believer in Christianity. Making a request of his children to secure the service of the writer to conduct the funeral service, which he did on the following day after his death.
His remains were brought to the Love Cemetery for interment and there the funeral service was conducted by the writer in the presence of a large congregation of sympathizing friends and relatives.
He leaves to mourn his departure four loving children, two brothers, Isaac M and James R. Black and sister Mrs. E.J. Warford besides several grandchildren. Deceased brothers, children and friends please make the necessary preparation for death, is humble prayer of you obedient servant---Rev. Jonas Spivey
BASIL SHELBY BLAIR
BASIL SHELBY BLAIR was born November 19, 1910 in Hardin County, to Minnie Blair, who long ago preceded him in death. Basil departed this life July 27, 1990 of natural causes in the Hardin County General Hospital in Rociclare, Illinois. Basil never married, has few relatives but leaves a host of friends in Cave In Rock where he spent most of his life. Also he leaves many friends in the nursing home in Golconda, Illinois where he has spent the last ten years.
He lived most of his life with an aunt, Offie Brookmeyer, but he was very close to his cousin, Hazel Garland Kaylor, both of whom preceded him in death.
Survivors are two half brothers and a half sister, Conrad Walker, Cave In Rock, Fred Walker, Rosiclare, and Bonnie Ferrell, Newburgh, Indiana.
As a young boy, Basil worked hard with little pay to help his aunt Offie make ends meet during the depression years. Later in life he worked for his good friend, Clyde B. Kaylor, owner and operator of the famous Kaylor's Cafe.
Basil accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and was baptized into Christ for the remission of sins and the gift of the Holy spirit. He was regular in attendance for church services at the nursing home as long as he was able to attend.
Basil manifest Christ in the life that he lived at Cave In Rock and at Golconda. Basil was honest, compassionate and kind. He was always appreciative of any consideration shown him. To know him was to like him. His soul is at peace and rest with his Lord.
Written by Lucille Robinson Kaylor
ANNA ELIZABETH BOYD
Anna Elizabeth Boyd, 57, died of cancer at Cave-in-rock
Saturday night, the daughter of Lucian and Mary Oxford. Married Doc. Boyd. Sons William E. McCoy, where-abouts unknown, James King, Chicago, Lewis King, Cave-in-Rock, 5 grandchildren, father, Carmi, IL., aunts,
Mrs. Ab. Edwards, Mrs. Otto Hill, Cave-in-Rock and Mrs. James Ginger, Shawneetown. Attended the funeral: Mr. and Mrs. Marida Wilkerson and
Mrs. Belle Oldham, Shawneetown, and Mrs. James King, Chicago. Services by Raymond Rose and burial at Cave-in-Rock Cemetery.
From the Hardin County Independent 24 April 1952
BETTY LOUISE BOYD
Services for Betty Louise Boyd, 71, of Elizabethtown, were at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 27 at the Church of Christ, Elizabethtown. Burial was in Empire Cemetery, Elizabethtown.
Mrs. Boyd died at 8:13 p.m. Monday, November 23, 1998 at Hardin County General Hospital.
She was the leader of Girl Scout Troop 217 and was a member of the Church of Christ.
Surviving are her husband, Arley Boyd; one son David E. Boswell of Hillsboro; one daughter, Judy Lanham of Elizabethtown; three sisters Mary Nell Smigiera of Buffalo, NY, Marie Brandt of Edmonds, WA and Daisy Sheppard of Florida; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
RANDALL V. BOYD
Randall V. boyd, 64, 855 Harmon Rd., died Friday, Oct. 27, 1989 in his home after a long illness. He was a self employed painter.
He was born May 15, 1925 in Cave-in-Rock, to Ewell L and Della Mae (Hobbs) Boyd. He was married to Doris Evelyn Lewis Dec 22, 1948.
He was a member of American Legion Post 12, VFW Post 540 and the Society of the Third Infantry Division of the U.S. Army Company F.
Survivors include his wife of Harmon, sons Gordon and Gerald, both of Waterman and Galen of Amboy, brother Russell of Franklin Grove; sisters
Mrs. Henry (Beatrice) John of Dixon and Mrs. Marvin (Nada) Sullivan of Siloam springs, Ark. nine grandchildren.
Funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Community Alliance Church with the Rev Robert Hollowell, officiating. Burial and full military rites conducted by combined veterans organizations will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be noon to 9 p.m. Sunday in Preston-Schilling Funeral Home, with the family present 2 to 4 and 7 to 9.
A memorial has been established to Sauk Valley Hospice.
From the Dixon Evening Telegraph, Dixon, Lee Co. IL.
ALVIN BRINKLEY
Alvin Brinkley, son of Richard and Catherine Brinkley was born 287 Oct 1891 and departed this life 22 Dec 1916, age 25 yrs. 1 mo and 28 days.
He was married to Frankie May Ginger 16 Feb 1911; to this union two children were born, Lester age 5 and Lessie age 3. He professed faith in Christ only about three months before he died and his last days were his happiest days. His only talk was of what a glorious place he was going to when he left this world. He called his wife mother and sister to his death bed and told them he was going to leave them and told them to meet him in heaven.
Besides his wife and children he leaves an aged mother, two sisters one brother and a host of other relatives and friends to mourn his departure. Hardin County Independent 4 Jan 1917
WOODROW BRINKLEY
Woodrow Brinkley, 80, of Rural Route 1, Junction, died at 12:19 p.m. Thursday, August 24, 1995 at Harrisburg Medical Center.
He was a retired farmer and coal miner and a member of Leamington Community Church.
He married the former Helen Moore on November 14, 1937, who survives.
Also surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Carolyn and Charles Scherrer of Cadiz, KY and John and Jeannie Schiff of Karbers Ridge; two sons Paul David (Butch) and wife Teri Brinkley of Junction and Bob and wife, Nancy Brinkley of Shawneetown; three sisters, Eula Uselton, of Shawneetown and Lela Tucker and Janie Walters both of Evansville, IN; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Agnes Marie Brinkley and Erma Lee Brinkley; four sisters, Myralee Frohock, Charlotte Deitz, Della Walters and Mary Klunk and a brother, Monroe Brinkley. He was the grandfather of Diane Rodgers and Gary Schiff of Karbers Ridge.
Services were held at 11:oo a.m. Saturday at Leamington Community Church. Rev. Buddy Hubbard and Rev. Cecil Patton officiated. Burial in Hogan cemetery.
Taken from the Hardin Co. Independent.
AMARINE BRITTAIN
After several weeks suffering from a broken ankle and abscess on the lung, Mrs. Amarine Brittain, wife of Thomas Brittain departed this life Sunday morning at 2:45 o'clock on October 24, 1915. She was born in Hardin County August 14, 1859. She was united in marriage to the heartbroken husband who now survives her on April 20th. 1883. To this union was born seven children, two having preceded her to that better land. She leaves behind to mourn her departure her husband, five children, a mother, sister and a host of relatives and friends. About thirty years ago she professed faith in Christ and united with the Potter Memorial Church and continued a member of her Presbyterian church until her death. Most of her conscious moments for about ten weeks were spent in shouting and praising God and trying to get her family and friends to make peace with God that they may meet in heaven. She said to her husband a few days before her death, that her sufferings were just and that they were for a purpose. We can see in all those sufferings the Power of God to keep and save. All that loving hands and medical skill could do was done, but she had to go. She was ready and willing to go and she prayed many times that her husband be converted, and if she lived that they might go out into the world and work for God, but now her work on this earth is done, she is at rest, sweet rest.
The earthly of the soul has been destroyed and its spirit has been wafted away by angels to God of all life. She was a kind and affectionate wife, a loving mother and a good neighbor.
Funeral services were conducted the following day at the Baptist Church by Rev. Wigham, in the presence of a large congregation of relatives and friends, after which her remains were laid to rest in the IOOF Cemetery to await the resurrection. A friend, Essie Hamilton Taken from the Hardin County Independent 11 November 1915
IONA BRITTAIN
IONA BRITTAIN, 76, formerly of Hardin County, died January 24, 1999 in Gaylord, Michigan.
Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law: Larry and Mary Brittain and Roger and Sue Brittain of Michigan, and Gary and Pauline Brittain of Pennsylvania; two daughters and sons-ion-law, Rozetta and Al Reed and Marlene and Bob Morris of Michigan; 13 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren;a sister and brother-in-law, Leona and Willard Sheridan of Clarksville, TN; a brother and sister-in-law, Ulus and Dorothy Smith of Marion, IL.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Loriel Smith, a brother and sister, Eugene and Dorine Smith, her husband, Otis W. Brittain, a son Marvin Brittain, and a grandson, David Brittain.
ADA BROOKMEYER
Ada Brookmeyer, 69, of 73 Orchard Drive, Herrin, died at 2:05 p.m. Tuesday in Herrin Hospital following a long illness. She was born May 27, 1904 in Cave-in-Rock to Samuel and Mary Ann Pritchard Page.
Mrs. Brookmeyer was a member of the First Pentecostal Church of Herrin.
Her husband, Radford Brookmeyer, whom she married Dec. 25, 1921 in Hardin County died Aug. 29, 1970. Three sons and two brothers are also deceased.
Survivors are three daughters, Rowena Simmons, Cave-in-Rock, Glendora Falkiewicz, Dearborn Heights, Mich, and Lois Boyd, Herrin; four sons, Gordon, Freeman Spur, Eugene, Makanda, Galen, Crown Point, IN., and Gary, DeSoto; one sister Sinona Shufflebarger, Punta Gorda, FL; four brothers, the Rev. Loren E. Page, Brazil, IN., Earl, Rochester, MI., Pritchard, Taylor, MI and William, Detroit; 26 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday in the First Pentecostal Church, Herrin, and at 2 p.m. Friday in the Rose Funeral Home, Cave-in-Rock. The Rev. Michael Fitzgerald and the Rev. Lester Caraway will officiate at services in Herrin.
Friends may call until time of services in Herrin at Johnson's Funeral Home, Herrin.
Taken from the Journal Star, Peoria, Illinois 6 Feb. 1974
J.W. BROWNING
J. W. Browning Hardin County, Illinois
Pvt. J.W. Browning killed in Korea Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Browning of Old Shawneetown have received a telegram from the Adjutant General of the Army in Washington D.C. informing them that
their son Pvt. J.W. Browning was killed in action in Korea on July 29, 1950.On September 3rd., they had received a message from the Army that their
son was missing in action in Korea since July 29.Pvt. Browning was born in Hardin County June 28, 1932. He attended
grade school at Old Shawneetown thru the 5th grade, and worked as a farm labor
before volunteering for service, 10 May 1949.He received basic training at Camp Chaffe, Ark. and was transferred to
Camp Stoneman, CA. on 5 September 1949, going to Japan from there, and there
to Korea. He is survived by his parents four brothers, 5 sisters all at home and
two grand mothers, Mrs. Carol Grounds of Shawneetown and Mrs. Otto Hill, Cave-in-Rock,
IL. Taken from the "Hardin County Independent" published in Hardin Co. IL.
OTA OPAL BROWNING
Ota Opal Browning born in Marion, IL 17, Apr 1916;died 16 Sep 1917 age 1 year 4 months and 29 days. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Claude Browning of Sikeston, MO. Mrs. Browning is living at her mother's home, Mrs. Dollie Bruner, while her husband was in the army at the time of Ota Opal's death. She was laid to rest in the Sikeston cemetery. Written by Nora Davis Taken from the Hardin County Independent 27 Sep 1917
SHERMAN BROWNING
Sherman Browning was born 7 April 1865-died 9 May 1924. His death was a great shock to his family and many friends. While crossing a rocky branch he stepped on a rock that turned causing him to fall, and in falling bursted abdominal rupture from which he had suffered for some time, with perhaps other internal injuries. All that skilled physicians, faithful companion, children and friends could do, was done for his relief, but all in vain. Death came to this relief in about 36 hours. Mr.. Browning was conscious to the end, he realized the end was near and told his loved ones that his suffering would soon be over. When asked if he was prepared to die, his answer was, "there is no uneasiness on my part." So we sorrow not as those who have no hope. Mr.. Browning was married in the year of 1887 to Miss Hannah Rutherford, the daughter of Arch Rutherford, to this union was born one child now Mrs. Moses Suits, his first wife having preceded him in the journey of life. He was married the second time, in the year 1895, to Miss Emma Oxford, the daughter of the late Robert Oxford, to this union was born five children two girls and three boys. He leaves a loving companion, six children-six grand children, and other relatives and also a large number of friends to mourn his sudden departure. He was an industrious farmer, loved and respected by his many friends. In the passing of Brother Browning, the county has lost one of its best citizens. Let us follow the teaching of Jesus that when our life here is over we may join in that great reunion over there. Life is very short at the best. As a word of comfort to the bereaved companion and children, will say in the language of David, that weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. Funeral services were May 9th. at the Hall cemetery, conducted by W.E.Dutton, after which his body was laid to rest to await the resurrection. Written by A Friend Taken from the "Hardin County Independent" published in Hardin Co. IL. 12 June1924 Vol. 51 #49
ASA BRUMLEY
Asa Brumley died quite suddenly Monday morning January 19, at his home back of Locust St. Although Mr. Brumley had been in poor health for some years, he was up and about until a short time before his death, and the news that he had passed away were quite a shock to relatives and friends. Burial occurred at Peters Creek Cemetery Tuesday afternoon, 20 January. Taken from the Hardin Co. Independent 22 Jan 1925
MRS. ELIZABETH BRYAN
Mrs. Elizabeth Bryan, the daughter of James and Fannie Dent was born in Al. March 26th. 1848, died at her home Feb. 18, 1923 at 3:30 p.m. age 74 years, 10 month and 18 days.
She was married to Morgan Bryan September 20, 1868. To this union was born 12 children six boys and six girls. Her loving companion preceded her home 27 years ago. Her children preceded her are Mary Lightner of Elizabethtown, IL, Amanda Wallace of Rosiclare, IL and Nellie Thomas of Popular Bluff, MO. Those who survive are J.W. Bwyan of Murphysboro, IL, S.G. Bryan, of Golconda, IL. Henry Bryan of Harrisburg, IL., Charles Bryan, David Bryan, Thomas Bryan of Shetlerville, IL., Alice Hogan of Elizabethtown, IL Cordelia Rose of Golconda, IL, Nora Sheldon of Eichorn, IL.
She professed faith in Christ at an early age and united with the General Baptist Church at Olive in Pope County and lived a faithful Christian until death. She has been afflicted for many years but bore her sufferings patiently and often said she was ready and willing to go. She leaves to mourn her death 9 children-67 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren besides a host of relatives and friends. Written by Opal Winters.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent February 1923
ARNOLD BURKLOW
Arnold Burklow, of Elgin, IL. expired on his 71st birthday December 23, 1988 after an extensive illness of many years.
He was born 1918 in Hardin County where he lived all his life until 1982 when he moved to Elgin.
He was the son of the late William and Effie (Patton) Burklow. He had one brother, the late Arzie Burklow, two sisters, the late Lola Riley and Mrs. Lennie Eihousen.
He had been married to Lorene Lane of Rock Creek in 1940. From this union they had two children, a son James Arlen Burklow of Albertville, Alabama and Thelma Jean Bright of Elgin, Illinois. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Even though you are gone, our memories and your spirit will remain in our hearts and lives until we meet you in heaven.
Our love for you is eternal and very special.
From the Hardin County Independent Vol 119 #1
RAY BURKLOW
Ray Burklow, 67, R1, Cave-in-Rock died Tuesday, april 19, 1994 at 4:30 a.m. in Ferrell Hospital, Eldorado.
Graveside services were held yesterday afternoon at Mt. Zion Cemetery, conducted by Rev. A.T. Austin, Jr. Rose-Gilbert Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Survivors include his wife Annie, his mother Mrs. Ethel Troeger, Eldorado and two daughters;
Mrs. Shirley Kanady, R1, Cave-in-rock and Mrs. Edna Mae Rubbel of Alton, IL. Taken from the Hardin County Independent
ROBERT GERALD BURKLOW
Robert Gerald Burklow, 53, of Rt.4, Eldorado Springs, Missouri, formerly of Hardin County, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 16, 1986, at the Cedar County Memorial Hospital. He was born on Nov. 9, 1933, in Cave-in-Rock, Illinois, the son of George Raymond and Nadine Burklow.
Robert was united in marriage to Evelyn Harris on November 12, 1965. They moved to El Dorado Springs in 1972, where Bob was employed by KAMO, as office manager and in charge of hazardous waste control for the KAMO system. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and served his country in active duty during the Korean War. Survivors include his wife, Evelyn; one son Robert D. Burklow, of Eizabethtown, IL; two step sons Jim Mowrey of Olney, IL and Bob Mowry of Monett, MO; his mother Nadie Burklow, of Jerseyville, IL; three brothers: Jim of Bowling Green, KY, Gail of East Alton, IL and Joe of wood River, IL. One sister, Brenda Barnard of Elizabethtown, IL; and three step grandchildren,
Erin, Brandon and Ashley. Services were held on Wednesday morning, November 19, at the Hackleman-Peterman Chapel with the Revs. Leonard Knox and Renee Hackleman officiating. Music was provided by Rhonda Hacker and Larry Johnson. Interment was in Eldorado Springs City cemetery under the direction of the Hackleman-Peterman Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Jim Kelly, Roger Bain, Clinton Cain, Bob Evans, Phil Sparks and Steve Broughton. Taken from the Hardin Co. Independent
MRS. SARAH JANE BURKLOW
Mrs. Sarah Jane Burklow, wife of James Burklow and daughter of the late Eli and Rachel (Johnson) McDowell, passed away at her home, near Lamb Wednesday, April 22, at the age of seventy-six years.
The death of Mrs. Burklow adds another to the rapidly growing list of deceased who have belonged to a generation that is fast passing out of existence. She was the last surviving member of one of the oldest families of this section of Hardin County.
For almost fifty-seven years she and her husband who survives her, have made their home on the hill above Antioch Church, a distance of six miles from Cave-in-rock. In addition to her companion she leaves eight children: Jack and Otto who are at home with their father, Ray, of Caseyville, KY., Robert of Lamb, Mrs. Annie Conditt, and Mrs. Kate Lampert, also of Lamb, Mrs. Alice Winters of Gallatin Co., and Mrs. Bessie Pennell, whose home is near Camp Cadiz. There are also 19 grandchildren and 9 great grand children.
Funeral services were held at the home Thursday afternoon, the Rev. Lawrence Davault and the Rev. George Dutton officiating. Interment followed in the Hobbs cemetery.
Among those who attended from Cave-in-rock and vicinity were Mr. and Mrs. Wayne McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. Fred McDowell, Mr. and Mrs. Grover Burklow, W.E. Rutherford, George McDowell, Mrs. Dora McDowell, Mrs. Jennie Pritchard, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Quisenberry, Mrs. Hester Pennell and David Douglas.
Taken from the Hardin County Indepent 30 April 1936
MRS. SHIRLEY ANN (KINGSTON) CANTRELL,
MRS. SHIRLEY ANN (KINGSTON) CANTRELL, 51, of
Eldorado, died at 5;00 p.m. Wednesday, July 28, 1999 at her home.
She was born on January 16, 1948 in Eldorado, to Paul and Catherine (Allen) Kingston.
She was a member of College Heights Baptist Church in Eldorado.
Surviving are her husband, Gene Cantrell; her mother and stepfather, Catherine and Eschol Goins of Eldorado; three sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Janice Cantrell of Equality, Eric and Lisa Cantrell and Leslie and Nedra Cantrell, both of Eldorado; a sister, Beverly Jean "Scherer" Simmons of Cave-in-Rock and six grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Kingston and a brother, Sidney Kingston.
Graveside services was held at 2:00 p.m. Friday at Wolf Creek Cemetery at Eldorado. Dr. Larry Pugh officiated.
DANNIE J. CARMAN
DANNIE J. CARMAN, 59, of Carrier Mills, died Saturday, July 10, 1999 at Carrier Mills Nursing Home.
He was born on January 1, 1940, in Rosiclare to the late William Carman and Mayme (Henson) Jones of Elizabethtown.
Surviving are his mother; three brothers, Bobbie Carman and Jimmie Carman, both of Elizabethtown and Sam Rose of Creal Springs; and three sisters, Rose Jackson of Stonefort, Brenda Dixon of Cave In Rock, and Janet Barnard of Elizabethtown.
Services were held at 1:00 p.m. Monday at Hosick Funeral Home Chapel in Rosiclare, Rev. Arthur Austin, JR. officiated. Burial was in the Dixon-Volkert Cemetery in Rural Elizabethltown.
RANDALL CARNETT
Services for Randall Carnett, 68, of Rosiclare were held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 2, at First Baptist Church in Rosiclare. The Rev. Jack Ogelsby officiated, with burial in Fluorine Cemetery.
He died at 7:45 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 1998 at Hardin County General Hospital.
He is survived by one son,John Carnett of Midland, TX; two daughters Regina Naas of Herod and Teresa Nelson of Rosiclare; two stepdaughters, Sharon Robertson and Rosemary Powell, both of Herod; five brothers, Glenn Carnett, Norman Carnett and Gary Carnett, all of Midland, Greg Carnett of Sherman, TX. and Donnie Carnett of Kansas City, MO; two sisters Ethyleen Vaughn of Rosiclare and Vicky Carnett of Austin, TX; eight grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Debbie Conn; one brother, and one sister. His parents were George and Dessie Joiner Carnett.
Cox Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
CHARLES ANDERSON CARR
CHARLES ANDERSON CARR was born on November 17, 1950, the son of Bill and Ruth Clanton Carr. Charlie as everyone knew him by, departed this life on earth March 13, 1999, being at the time 48 years, 3 months, and 24 days old.
Charlie was raised in the Rock Creek community of Hardin County. He went to Cave In rock High School, then went into the military service where he served in Vietnam.
After serving his country, he met and fell in love with Sandy Cowsert. They were united in marriage July 3, 1972. To this union two children were born--Charles Anthony (Andy) Carr and Stacey Marie (Stac) Carr Evrand.
Charlie worked for the Hardin County Road Department for the last 12 years.
Charlie leaves to mourn his passing his wife Sandy, son Andy, daughter Stac, son-in-law Jason and two grandchildren Ciera and Clinton Evrard; also a special friend of Andy's, Amanda.
Charlie is also survived by a brother, Johnny and wife Rhonda, and two sisters, Barbara Carr Dutton and husband DeeRoy and Stella Carr Woods and husband Ray.
Charlie was surrounded by a large family of sisters and brothers-in-law and several nieces and nephews who will miss him in their lives as well.
Charlie professed his faith in Christ at Rock Creek Church in 1980. Charlie was a good husband, father and hard worker. He was a special person to his family and friends. If you needed help, you could count on Charlie to be there.
We all loved him and will miss him very much.
Charlie was preceded in death by his father and mother, Bill and Ruth Carr.
CHARLIE CARR
CHARLIE CARR, 48, of the Rock Creek community died at 3:38 a.m. Saturday, March 13, 1999 at his home.
Mr. Carr was a mechanic for the Hardin County highway department. he was an Army veteran of Vietnam War.
Surviving are his wife, Sandy Cowsert Carr of Cave In Rock; a son Andy Carr of Elizabethtown; a daughter, Stacey Evrard of Cave In Rock; a sister, Barbara Dutton of Cave in Rock; a sister, Stell Woods of Elgin; a brother, John Carr of Ellisville; and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a sister. his parents were Bill and Edna Ruth Clanton Carr.
Services were at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 15, 1999 at Hosick Funeral Home, Rosiclare, with the Rev. Gerald Bellisle and Rev. T.H. Davis officiating. Burial with military rites was in Adams Cemetery.
SARAH A. CARR
Sarah A. Carr, sixth child of Samuel and Hannah Patton was born January24th. 1862 and departed this life June 22nd. 1935. Aunt Sarah, as she was known to all, spent her entire life in and around Yellow springs vicinity. She raised her family there and had said so many times in her life, that there was no place like the Little Hills of Hardin County to her. Aunt Sarah was better known by her many friends, who knew her, for to know her was to love her. She was a mother to all who came into her home and especially to the writer, who spent the better part of six years straight, in her home. We always found her with a smile and a word of comfort. I visited her not so long before she departed this life and her conversation was that she was having to lay down this life to take up a new one and how the Lord had wonderfully blessed her in life being the weakest of all the family and yet out lived them all and she really thanked the Lord for it. She had one child, a daughter that preceded her in death and only two left to mourn her loss. Mrs. Lottie Richardson and Lessie Hodge, the former she made her home with. She will be greatly missed by her immediate family as also by the neighbors and friends. And so to the friends and relatives I shall say, weep not as one that has no hope, for beyond the veil of tears we shall meet again if we trusting Aunt Sarah's God and this we must do. Rev. M.F. Oxford>From Hardin County Independent July 25, 1935
ELMER F. CARTER, JR.
Elmer F. Carter, Jr., 68, of Rosiclare died at 3:58 p.m. Monday, July 20 at Western Baptist Hospital, Paducah, Kentucky. He was a retired postmaster of Rosiclare. Survivors include his wife Mary Ruth Carter, Rosiclare; two sons, Robert M. Carter of St. Louis, Missouri, and Mark Carter of Asheboro, North Carolina; one sister Mary Margaret Thomas of Hammond, Louisiana and five grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted today (Thursday) at 2:00 p.m. at the Rosiclare United Methodist Church. Rev. James Cooper will officiate and burial will be in Fluorine Cemetery.
Hardin County Independent 23 July 1992
DELORES H. CASPER
DELORES H. CASPER, 70, of Peoria, IL, died Sunday, January 24, 1999 at University Hospital in St. Louis.
Survivors include her husband, Ken Casper of Peoria; a son, Donald E. Casper of Merrillville, IN; three daughters, Pamela Howe of Peoria, Sandra Day of Salem, MO, and Beverly Spivey of Herod; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The funeral service was held at 10 a.m. today (Thursday) at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church in Peoria. Burial was in Resurrection Cemetery there.
Memorials may be made to St Jude Midwest Affiliate or St. Vincent DePaul School Endowment Fund.
Wright-Salmon Mortuary was in charge of arrangements
J. GENEVEVE CAUBRE
J. GENEVIEVE CAUBRE, the daughter of the late Milas and Pearl (McDowell) Hobbs was born in Tolu, KY on June 18, 1926, and passed away in Lourdes Hospital, Paducah, KY on December 2, 1992, at 11:09 p.m. at the time of her passing, she was 66 years 5 months and 14 days.
Gene as she was called, was united in marriage to Winford (Wink) Oxford on December 5, 1942. To this union two daughters were born, Janet Sue Souders of Marion, IL. and Beth Ann Volle of Rosiclare, IL.
March 11, 1985, she was united in marriage to David Caubre who preceded her in death on July 22, 1987, also her parents, Milas and Pearl Hobbs, one sister Norma Jean Foster and one brother Weldon Hobbs.
Surviving are her two daughters, two sons-in-law Kenny and Larry, four grandchildren, Kim and Stacie Souders of Marion, IL, Chase Hubbard of Cave in Rock, IL and Mackenzie Oxford of Rosiclare, IL who Gene helped raise, also three brothers and two sisters, Melita Leonberger of Elizabethtown, IL, Adiel Hobbs of Rosiclare, IL, Wendell Hobbs of Midland, MI, Basil Hobbs of Albuquerque, NM and Wanell Gowins of Elizabethtown, IL and a host of nieces and nephews. Gene had friends of all ages, young and old. She will be missed by all who loved and knew her. Now she is in the arms of God, with her loved ones and friends that's gone on before her, no more pain and tears. All is peace. Written by her sister Nellie
KENNETH EDWARD CLANTON
KENNETH EDWARD
CLANTON was born the son of Bryan and Etta Clanton on Spetember 7, 1934 and
departed this life on May 19, 2001, being at the time of his death 66 years,
eight months and 12 days old.
Kenneth was united in marriage March 31, 1956 to Hazel Foster. To this union
three children were born; Terry Bates of Cave In Rock, Illinois, Karen Fields of
Iola, Illinois, and an infant son Larry Wayne Clanton who preceded him in death.
Kenneth was also preceded in death by his father and mother, Bryan and Etta
Clanton, four brothers, Wilson, Radford, Carl and don and three sisters, Ruth,
Madge and Golda.
Kenneth was a fluorspar miner and was employed with Ozark-Mahoning 38 1/2 years
at the time of his retirement. Kenneth was known by his fellow workers as "GAR"
Kenneth accepted Christ as his Savior in March 1996 and attended Rock Creek
Church until his illness.
Kenneth had a smile, nod or handshake for those he met and was always ready to
lend a helping hand to others whenever he could.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Hazel of Cave In Rock, two daughters,
Terry Bates of Cave In Rock, and Karen Fields of Iola, Illinois, five
grandchildren: Brandy Bates of Harrisburg, Illinois, James Bates of Cave In
Rock, Illinois, Tamara, Cassandra, and Mitchell fields of Iola and one great
granddaughter, Breanna Long of Harrisburg, Illinois, one son-in-law Randy Fields
and several nieces, nephews, and a host of friends and relatives. (received
6/26/01)
WILLIAM C. CLARK
William C. Clark a well respected citizen living near Lamb, died with consumption last week. Mr. Clark leaves only a widow, they having no children. He had been suffering for many months. Mr. Clark was for some time one of our nearest neighbors and best friends and we knew him like a brother. His life was one of uprightness and honesty. Always dealing with his fellow man in a liberal and accommodating manner. He was a good man. The Independent extends sympathy to the invalid wife.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 31 Dec. 1914
LEROY COCHRAN
LEROY COCHRAN-Services for Charles Leroy Cochran, 79, of Golconda, rural route, will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday (today) at the Rottman Chapel of Hosick funeral Home Golconda. The Rev. Gary Hardesty will officiate, with burial in IOOF Cemetery.
He died at 8:05 p.m. Saturday at his home.
Mr. Cochran was retired from the Illinois Department of Transportation. He was a member of the General Baptist Faith.
Surviving are a daughter, Majorie Cochran Forney of Birmingham, AL; a son James Lamar Cochran of Berthoud, CO; and five grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Cochran, and a brother. His parents were Charles and Lula Joiner Cochran
MARY ADDIS COCHRAN
Mary Addis Cochran-Memorial services for Mary Addis Cochran, 90, of Sacramento, CA, formerly of Rosiclare, will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday (today) at First Baptist Church in Elizabethtown. The Rev. Jim Patton will officiate. A private graveside service will be in Empire Cemetery in Elizabethtown.
She died at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 1998 in Sacramento.
She is survived by one daughter, Peggy Lee Dubach of Davis, CA; one son Jim Abbott of Prescott, AZ; one sister, Margaret "Peggy" Russell of Elizabethtown; three brothers, Tom Patton, Paul Patton and Bob Patton, all of Elizabethtown; two grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wiley Cochran, her parents were Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Patton.
There was no visitation. Hosick Funeral Home in Rosiclare is in charge of arrangements.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Rosiclare First Baptist Church.
IDA VERNETA COLBERT
ARTHUR COOK
ARTHUR COOK-Services for Arthur B. Cook, 85, of Herod were held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 31, 1998 at Hosick Funeral Home in Rosiclare. The Rev. Charles DePriest and Rev. Earl Cowsert officiated with burial in Central Cemetery near Elizabethtown.
He died at 9:21 p.m. Monday, December 28, 1998 at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado.
Mr. Cook was retired from the Illinois Department of Transportation and was a retired farmer.
He is survived by his wife, Jaunita Showalters Cook; three daughters, Thelma Lucille Helmers of Rosiclare, Alma Hayes of Karbers Ridge and Wilma English of Elizabethtown; two sons, Hansel Cook of Chicago and James Gordon Cook of Cave In Rock; one brother, Telford Cook of Cave In Rock; two sisters, Lula Brookmeyer of Freemanspur and Lola Haney of Chandler, IN; 16 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by one son, Marion Cook; three brothers; and three sisters. His parents were Hiram Fred Cook and Edith Oxford Cook.
PEGGY COOK
Services for Peggy Cook, 66, of Rosiclare will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday (today) at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Central Cemetery.
She died at 10:30 p.m. Monday, November 30, at Western Baptist Hospital in Paducah.
She is survived by her husband, Bill cook; one son, John Carnett of Midland, TX; five daughters Sharon Robertson, Regina Naas and rosemary Powell all of Herod, Teresa Nelson of Rosiclare, and Billie Jo Adams of Vienna; and 17 grandchildren She was preceded in death by one son, Barry Cook; one daughter, Debbie Carnett; and one brother. Her parents were Fred and Virginia Fricker.
PAUL WENDELL COOK
PAUL WENDELL COOK came
into this world on October 17, 1924, the lst surviving child of John and Ethel
(Reed) Cook, and he answered his Master's call on November 15, 2001 at the
Hardin County Hospital. At the time of his passing, he was 77 yhears and 28 days
old.
Paul was raised up in a large family of 13 children. his dad was killed in an
automobile accident when he waws only 13 years old. he served in the Army and
was a WWII veteran. On July 25, 1946, he and Rosell Hobbs were married and
together they raise seven (7) children. As young parents they both gave their
lives to the Lord, and hewas a faithful member of the Central Pentecost Church
until his health failed and he was not able to attend. Due to his advanced
Parkinson's Disease, he spent the last 18 months of his life at the Rosiclare
Healthcare Center, where Rose was faithful in seeing him every day. Paul loved
to sing and play the guitar, and he and Rose sang together for many years in
many fo the area churches. he had a special guitar-playing buddy, Howard Turner,
and our famililes grew close as a result of this friendship. We are sure that
they are "making music" today.
Paul leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 55 years, Rosella, his children and
their families, Donna and Gordon Winters, Faye and Perry Hyden, Sue and Roger
Winters, Joyce and Leon Hill, Douglas and Susan cook, Janet and Lee dunn and
Brad and Holly Cook; his grandchildren and great grandchildren, Kristin and
Jason Mcdonald, Valerie and Jeff Winters, Stephanie and Amanda Winters, Garren
and Emily Hill, Dana and Justin Cook, Michael Dunn, Ryne Reed and Braden Cook;
and step-granchildren Chris, Misti and Jordon Frailey. he is preceded in death
by hisparents, six brothers and six sisters.
Paul loved the Lord and his life reflected this love. he was a good husband, a
great dad and a loving grandpa., He was very proud of the family and his passing
will leave a great void in our lives, but we all rejoice in his passing because
we know that Dad is truly singing with the angels 10-21-02
WILLIAM F. COOK
Another old landmark has been removed from our County in the person of William F. Cook, who had been failing in health for several months. The writer visited him a few days before his death and talked with him and in our conversation he said he would not call back a moment of his past life if he could. He seemed to be perfectly conscious of the fact that his time to pass from this earth had come, and he was only awaiting the heavenly summons. On the morning of May 4 the summons came and Uncle Bill, was called home.
He was 79 years 1 month and 22 days old at the time of his death, being born in 1836. In 1872 he was married to Frances L. Booth, and to this union 8 children were born, 6 of whom have already preceded the father to the grave. Two of the children, Harriet and James still survive. The daughter has been a very devoted one. Since the death of her mother she has kept house for the father and kept the family home intact.
More than 40 years ago, Uncle Bill professed faith in Christ and has tried to live a Christian life since that time. He was a man of strong convictions, very positive in all his ways, but a more generous hearted man would be hard to find.
He was a soldier of the Civil War, but for some reason he was reluctant in speaking of his services as such. Unlike many of the old soldiers, he scarcely ever mentioned the subject.
After funeral services by the writer and Brother J.M. Lowry all that was mortal of Uncle Bill was laid to rest in what is known as the Dutton Cemetery, in the presence of a large crowd of sorrowing friends and relatives. Peace to his ashes and consolation to the mourning friends is our sincere wish. A.J. Clanton
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 10 June 1915
MR. BERT COX
After a few hours of illness, Mr. Bert Cox of Elizabethtown answered the call of the death angel. He was born in Hardin County 12 March 1894, the son of Daniel Newton and Julia Ann Cox and departed this life May 17, 1957 at the age of 63 years 2 months and 5 days.
On Oct 7, 1921 he was married to Ida Reynolds and to this union two children were born, namely, Mrs. Ruth Potts, Waukegan, IL and Robert D. Cox, Rosiclare, IL. He was a member of the Army forces of WWI and became a member of the Christian Warfare at the time of the Allen tent meeting conducted here in 1954.
He was always one to offer assistance to bereaved families here and his kindness will never be forgotten.
Leaving to mourn his departure is a sorrowing wife, two children, 2 step-children,
Mrs. Wilma Johnson and Mrs. Ima Lacey, Rosiclare, IL. 4 grandchildren, 5 step grandchildren and mother-in-law
Mrs. Minnie Sullivan, Elizabethtown, relatives and friends. Written by Mary Taber
CARL COWSERT
Carl Cowsert, 79, of Rosiclare died Sunday, March 7, 1999 at Union County Hospital in Anna.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth, of Rosiclare; a stepson Jerry D. English of Braidwood, IL; a stepdaughter, Bernadine Anderson of Cave In Rock; eight step-grandchildren and 11 step-great grandchildren.
Graveside services were held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at Fluorine Cemetery in Rosiclare with military rites.
Hosick Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements
FRANK COWSERT
Frank Cowsert was born in Pope County, Illinois May 7, 1864, died January 21, 1929 at his home in Hardin County, near Eichorn, Illinois, being 64 years, 8 months and 14 days old. He was the son of Robert and Maria Kelly Cowsert.
When he was about 10 years of age, his parents died, leaving him and a sister, Mary Christine, to mourn their passing. At this time he went to live with an uncle and aunt Elisha and Mary Brown, who resided in Hardin County here he grew to manhood and formed many lasting friendships.
On December 30, 1886 he was married to Ellen Wyatt who died in 1887. Soon after her death he went to Union City, Tennessee where he was engaged in the mercantile business, being very successful in this venture, but was compelled to discontinue his activities in this work because of a nervous breakdown. Here he took up the study of law, and while he never applied for, not was admitted to a bar, he was recognized as an able attorney and was a constant source of legal information and advice to his neighbors and friends. In 1912 he was appointed Justice of the Peace to fill the unexpired term left vacant by the death of Mr. Henry Downey. He was elected to the office successively and held it thereafter until death.
On October 22, 1903 he was again married. This time to Mattie Hobbs. To this union was born one son, Frank Hobbs Cowsert, who with his mother is left to mourn the departure of a kind and loving husband and father. Besides his wife and son he leaves a sister, Mrs. Mary C. McGinnis of St. Louis, MO, four nieces, Mrs. George F. Karber, Mrs. Wallace Millikan of Rosiclare, Illinois, Mrs. F.J. Dowding and Miss Margaret McGinnis of Louisville, KY and one nephew Rollin H. McGinnis of St. Louis, MO.
The family loses a kind and loving husband and father and the community a neighbor and friend who was held in the highest esteem for his noble qualities and ready sympathy for those less fortunate. Though never enjoying robust health, he bore his sufferings with patience and great fortitude, looking forward to a brighter and better world where there is no pain nor suffering.
Peace to his ashes. Written by one who loved him.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 21 Feb. 1929
JEWEL COWSERT
Jewel Cowsert, 91, of Paducah, formerly of Hardin County, IL, died at 3:21 p.m. Tuesday, January 26 at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Calvert City.
She was a member of Bible Baptist Heartland Worship Center.
She is survived by three daughters, Ruby Kovacich and Thelma Lynn, both of Hammond, IN, and Margie Shoulta of Reidland; six grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great- grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one son, Ronnie Overstreet; one daughter Vivian Edison; one grandchild; and one great-grandchild. Her parents were George and Kate Parham Milligan.
Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Lindsey Funeral Home, Paducah. The Rev. Johnny Sams will officiate, with burial in Oak Grove Cemetery.
LEONA COWSERT
Mrs. Leona
Cowsert, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bob Deweese, was born in Pope Co. Sep. 30th. 1885 and departed this life March 18th. 1929; being 44 years 6 month and 12 days of age. She was united in marriage to William Cowsert April 21 st. 1903. To this union were born three children-Ulys, Julius and Harry. Two are still living and one preceded her to the Great Beyond September 17th. 1910.
She professed faith in Christ, October 1910 and was baptized in March and lived a faithful Christian until the end.
She leaves to mourn her departure a husband, two children, one grandchild, one sister and a host of other relatives and friends.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 4 April 1929
CHARLES COX
CHARLES COX, 63, died Saturday, March 27, 1999 at his home.
He retired from teaching at Hardin County School and was a member of the Rosiclare General Baptist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Patricia; two daughters, Leslie Turner of Richardson, TX, and Carol Ford of Madison, AL; a son, Mike of Herod; a sister, Erma Logan of Paducah, KY; a brother, Bill of Herod; and nine grandchildren.
Services were at 1:00 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Rosiclare, with burial in Lavender Cemetery, Herod, with military rites.
Memorial contributions may be made to Tip Hospice of Southern Illinois.
JOSEPH FRANKLIN CRABB
Joseph Franklin Crabb departed this life October 21, 1928 being 72 years, 7 months and 18 days of age.
He was born in the state of Mississippi March 3, 1856. He came to Illinois with his parents when just a small boy and settled in Pope County where he spent the remainder of his life.
He was united in marriage to Mary E. Asbell December 19, 1878; to this happy union were born 10 children; five boys and five girls, of which two boys, one girl and the good companion preceded him to the Glory Land.
He has suffered some four or five years from gland trouble; was operated on once, but it seemed with all the doctoring and kind care that loving hands could do, that the Lord saw best to call him home.
He professed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with the Bethany Church of General Baptist. He and wife were ordained as deacon and deaconess of that church about twenty-five years ago. His life was a life of services for the Master. He was always found at his post of duty.
He departed this life in the triumphs of a loving Christ and left an abundance of evidence that he had only gone home to rest.
He leaves to mourn his loss, 7 children, 3 brothers, 1 sister and a number of grand children and great grandchildren besides a host of relatives and friends.
It was his wish that Rev. J.M. Rose and T.S. Rector also Brother Hickman Joiner conduct his funeral services but Brother Rector, was unavailable and Rev. J.
M. Rose and Brother Hickman Joiner conducted the services alone.
His body was laid to rest in the Asbell cemetery beside his wife to await the resurrection morning. Written by his grandson J. Roy Carr.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 6 November 1928
WILLIAM JACKSON CULLUM
William Jackson Cullum, oldest son of John and Sarah Cullum was born 3 January 1867, died of hemorrhage of the brain, January 8th. 1929, was sick something over five days. Was taken almost unconscious at the beginning and remained the same until death, while apparently he didn't suffer a great deal of pain. Everything that willing hands could do was done to save his life, but all to no avail for the Lord had seen fit and knew best to call this loved one away, while I am satisfied was prepared and ready to go.
Deceased leaves to mourn his departure a wife and the following children: Walter of Danville, IL, Julius of Pope Co., Clyde of Akron, Ohio, Ira of St. Louis, MO, Cecil who is at home, Mrs. Oscar Raines and Mrs. Ollie Johnson both of Hardin County. He is a brother of Thomas and Theadore Cullum of Golconda, IL., Mrs. May Carmens of Metropolis, IL.
Mrs. Cora Rose of E. St. Louis, and Mrs. Minda Webster of Metropolis, IL.
He was a substantial farmer of that community and had a host of friends and good neighbors which showed they were by the kind deeds done for him in the last hour.
Funeral services were conducted at his home by Rev. Rector and the body was conveyed to the Floyd Cemetery and laid to rest the same day near Lusk, IL. with burial in charge of Leo Herman.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 24 January 1929
JOHN S. CURRY
John S. Curry was born 21 December 1861 and died June 25, 1923. He was married to Miss Emma Ferrell August 5th. 1880, and to this marriage was born three children, one boy and two girls. Willie preceded his father to the spirit land, Mrs. Clara Hale, now of Lincoln, Ills. and Mrs. Minnie Oxford of Rosiclare, Ills. all of the children living, were present at the burial.
Brother Curry professed faith in Christ at Karbers Ridge under the preaching of Rev. W.R. Bradley, then pastor of Elizabethtown charge of the M.E. Church, always after living a consistent Christian life until death. Brother Curry never took membership in any church but was always a regular attendant at church and Sunday School, always taking an active part in singing, until he almost lost his speech, after which he did not attend as regular, as singing was a glory to him. He was stricken with creeping paralysis some two or three years ago and gradually grew worse. Seigel, as he was better known, was an inoffensive man, honest and upright and if he had an enemy no one knows it, but to know him was to love him, for he adhered strictly to his own business and stood high in the estimations of the people where he was reared and lived all his life. He was a member of the IOOF Lodge at Karbers Ridge Ills. He endeared his afflictions without moaning or complaining. The fidelity of his companion at least was wonderful, all that could be done, by medical skill and loving hands was done, but could not stay death. His companion has lost a good husband, the children a loving father, the lodge a worthy member. On the day following his death his remains were taken to Central Cemetery for interment, there in the presence of a very large congregation of sorrowing friends and relatives. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. M.F. Oxford, after which the IOOF lodge took charge and the body was laid to rest according to the ritual of the order.
To the loving companion and children, do not look for your companion and father in this world any more but look on the bright side of life and to heaven where papa has gone and be prepared to meet him where parting is no more. Written by Rev. Jonas Spivey
REBECCA OZEE CURRY
Rebecca, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. David Ozee, was born in Hardin Co. IL. May 19, 1852. Departed this life Dec. 15, 1950, being at the time of her death 98 years 7 months and 6 days old. On or about the year 1866 she was united in marriage with Mrs. Lewis Lane. To the union were born four children-three boys and 1 girl, namely: W.D. Lane, now of Equality, Illinois, Henry of Sparks Hill, Robert and Nancy having preceded their mother in death.
After the death of her first husband, she was again united in marriage to Mr. Thaddeus Corvin. To this union was born 1 son, Zocack who preceded his mother in death.
After the death of Mr. Corvin ( her second husband) she was again united in marriage to Mr. Francis Guedry and to this union was born 1 son Charles Guedry, who preceded his mother in death.
After the death of Mr. Guedry ( her third husband) she was again married to Mr. Owen Curry, who now resides near Shawneetown, IL.
Aunt Becky, as she was so familiarly called by her many friends, professed a hope in Christ at an early age of 16 years old and united with the General Baptist church at Rock Creek. Later Aunt Becky helped to organize the church at Yellow Springs, being a charter member and remained a member of this church and a devout Christian until God called her to occupy the mansion his son had gone to prepare in that great city New Jerusalem where there will never be any death, sorrow or suffering and God himself will wipe away all tears.
Aunt Becky leaves to mourn her passing three sons, one sister Mrs. Caroline Wright, somewhere in MI., 27 grandchildren and 68 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Another article in the paper stated that Aunt Becky had suffered a stroke on a Saturday previous to her death. She had requested 35 years before her death that Rev.W.E. Dutton preach her funeral, which he did and was assisted by Rev. Guy Leonberger
MARY CONRAD CURTIS
Mary Conrad Curtis, 89, formerly of Rosiclare and Elizabethtown died at 8:45 p.m. Thursday, December 17, 1998 in the Hardin County General Hospital. She had been in the Pope County Care Center about ten years.
She was a member of Rosiclare United Methodist Church and charter member of Hardin County Homemaker's Association. She was a charter member of the United Methodist Women and was a retired librarian with the Job Corps Conservation Center. Mrs. Curtis was a board member of the Pope-Hardin University of Illinois Extension Board. She received an honorary bachelor's degree from the University of Illinois at age 75.
Survivors include four children, Mrs. Betty Hurford, Rosiclare, Linda Curtis, Harrisburg, Mrs. Rebecca Smith, Boonville, IN and Fowler Curtis, Jr. of Evansville, IN; nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Fowler Curtis, October 26, 1997.
She was also preceded in death by her parents George and Ada (Skyles) Conrad.
The funeral service was held Sunday, December 20, at 1:00 p.m. at Hosick funeral Chapel, Rosiclare. The minister was Rev. Larry Shultz pastor of the United Methodist Church of Rosiclare.
Interment was in Fluorine Cemetery, Rosiclare.
ROBERT GLEN DARE
ROBERT GLEN DARE DIED JANUARY 15, 1999
Robert Glenn Dare, 72, of Rosiclare, died at 1:30 a.m. Friday, January 15, 1999 at Marion VA Hospital, Marion, IL.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion in Wood River and the Eagles Lodge in Alton. Surviving are his wife, Nellie Dare of Rosiclare; five sons, Ryland Dare of Stephen, AR, Randall Dare of Tulsa, OK, Robert Dare of Wood River, Matthew Dare of Jonesboro, and Andrew Dare of Rosiclare; and a daughter Diane Woolverton of Golconda; a sister Opal Noakes of St. Charles, MO; 25 grandchildren; and 37 great grandchildren. His parents were Earl and Lillie Dare.
Services were held at 10:00 a.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Rosiclare. Rev. Harold Miller officiating.
BESSIE DAVIS
Bessie Davis, daughter of J.W. Fellows and Fannie (Oxford) Fellows, born in Hardin County, Illinois Jan. 6, 1895 and died in Chicago Sept. 21, 1928 being at the time of her death 33 years 8 months and 14 days. She was first married to Eschol Gross at an early age and to this union one child was born and after a time they were separated and she went to Chicago, where she found suitable employment, and after a time she became enamored of a young man by the name of William Davis, whose kindly disposition was so charming, and the personalities of both were of that wining character that soon enabled them to try the married life together, and as a result of that union two children were born to them, a boy and a girl, intelligent and very beautiful. The deceased husband was a stranger to everybody here, but his kindly disposition and pleasing appearance won favor with all who met him. There is no question that their married life was both agreeable and pleasant.
She was buried in Central cemetery. A large crowd honored her funeral with their presence, which by her request was conducted by A.J. Clanton and E.N. Hall. Those who conducted the funeral knowing the deceased since childhood and knowing her sweet and loving disposition did not fail to portray these lovely qualities that made her a favorite with her young school mates and with older people as well.
We beg to extend sincere sympathy to the husband and children and all other more distant relatives and especially her grandmother, Aunt Pharis Oxford.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent-27 September 1928
CATHERINE DAVIS
CATHERINE DAVIS, daughter of William and Lola (Martin) Joyce was born march 5,
1923 in Hardin County. She departed this life January 8, 2002 at her home in
Chicago, IL after a four-month illness.
Catherine was united in marriage to Wayne Davis on May 15, 1937. To this union
seven children were born. Catherine is survived by her son Rodney Davis and wife
Shirley of Chicago; daughters, Arnita Holm of Des Plaines, IL., Karen Lokcik and
husband Wayne of Chicago, Debbie Davis with whom she lived in Chicago; two
grandsons, Allen and Timothy of Chicago; one sister, Delcie Hurford and husband
Herbert of Chicago, and several nieces and nephews.
Catherine was preceded in death by her parents, William and Lola Joyce; husband,
Wayne Davis; sons, William Mairon and Glen Harold Davis; her daughter Nina Fay
Davis; brother Harvey Joyce; sisters Helen Edwards and Joy Morris; and
son-in-law, Jack Holm.
Catherine lived in the Karbers Ridge area until the passing of her husband in
1972. She then moved to Chicago. She worked six years at Bankers Life Casualty
Insurance Company. Catherine was a devoted mother and grandmother. 10-21-02
MARTHA DAVIS
The silent reaper whose name is death visited the home of W.L. Davis and took from them a loving wife and mother.
Aunt Martha, as she was commonly called by the younger generation had been in poor health for a number of years and on Feb. 3, 1926 she fell and from then she gradually grew worse and died the following month.
She was the daughter of Cornelius and Sarah Smock, born in Hardin County 1 Dec 1860, departed from life March 3, 1926, being 65 years, 3 month and two days of age at the time of her death.
She was united in marriage with W.L. Davis Nov. 11, 1879. Four children blessed this union, two girls Nora and Lizze, who preceded their mother to the Great Beyond some 28 years ago and two boys, T.A. and Edgar, also a grand son,
C.D. Adams, who had been with them from infancy and was just as dear to her as her own.
She possessed a kind, loving and motherly disposition and to know her was to love her. Her home was always a welcome place for the young people, she always met us with that loving smile that we shall never forget. She was ever
ready to lend a helping hand or speak something kind to those in need.
The later part of her life was devoted to the rearing of her boys to bring them up to be highly respected gentleman and to educate them, which she accomplished and was always proud to speak of.
Aunt Martha's health never permitted her to attend church services and visit her neighbors as she would have liked but her talk and thoughts were for the bettering of every one. She always said she could live for her Savior and Master as well in her home as elsewhere.
All that medical aid and loving hands could do was done to save her but the Master said "well done".
A very touching funeral service was conducted by M.F. Oxford March 5, 1926 at the Hale cemetery, after which all that was mortal of this dear, good woman was consigned to its last resting place beside her daughter Nora, wife of
Allen Adams. I would say to Mr. Davis and the sons weep not as those who have no hope; your loving companion and dear mother is not dead but sleeping. So live that when
the summons comes to join them there will be an unbroken family in the skies.
Written by one who lived her--Georgia M. Griffith
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 8 April 1926
MARY DAVIS
Mary Davis-Services for Mary Lucille Davis, 84, of Golconda were held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, February 2 at Hosick Funeral Home Rottman Chapel in Golconda. Rev. Billy Green officiated with burial in IOOF Cemetery.
She died at 4:25 p.m. Saturday, January 30, 1999 at Massac Memorial Hospital in Metropolis.
Mrs. Davis was a member of Palestine Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are her husband, Chester Davis; a son Wayne Davis of Golconda; two sisters, Ressie Billington and Irene Wagner of Golconda; two brothers, Alvis Belford and Lloyd Belford of Golconda; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Doles Okerson a son Kenneth Dale Davis; a sister a brother and a great-grandson. her parents were Otto and Sarah Cummins Belford
HATTIE DECKER
She was the daughter of Willie and Fannie Fellows who died 6 Jan 1913. She was first married to Milford Patton, he only lived eight months. she was next married to Owen Decker and they lived happily together until that dreaded disease consumption called her away. Her father and one sister left this world a few years back and was spared the pain of husband and kindred felt when the viewed her sweet face last time on earth. Dear mother, husband and kindred weep not, Hattie is only resting while you are left to mourn. Written by Manda Holloway
Taken from the Hardin County Independent March 10, 1913
BETTY JEAN WILLIAMS RUTHERFORD DENTON
In the early hours of September 5, 1928, Betty Jean Williams was born on the family farm in Hardin County, located halfway between Rock Creek and Yellow springs. Her parents, Hugh Williams and Vena Richeson, parted when she was very young, and she was raised by her mother and stepfather, Ray Denton.
At the age of 16 she wed and a darling daughter, Sherry Dawn Rutherford, was born. Six years later, she was blessed with a beloved son, Steven Ray Rutherford.
Her two children and her mother were her diamonds and pearl. Joining her family later were her devoted son-in-law, Gary Gross, and her devoted daughter-in-law, Kim Oetjen Rutherford. To make her family complete she was blessed with two grandsons, Garrison Rutherford Gross and Gannon Barnerd Gross, whom she adored.
Betty owned and operated a general store on Route 1 north of Cave In-Rock for nine years, and while there completed GED classes, earning her high school diploma the same year that her daughter graduated. Betty made many lifelong friends during those years. Some of her fondest memories were of her old friends from Sparks Hill.
After the store was sold, Betty began her career as an Insurance Agent in Elizabethtown and eventually bought the Rutherford Insurance Agency, Inc. in partnership with her children. Ill health forced her to retire, and in 1992, the last of two extensive heart surgeries caused paralysis and a three year battle with sickness. She has resided in Rosiclare Health Care Center since November 1992.
At the age of 67, her life came to a close on the morning of January 8, 1896 at Hardin County General Hospital. She was tired and went swiftly, with her son and daughter by her side.
Betty was an extraordinary woman, with so many accomplishments. However, she never saw herself in that way. In stature, she stood 5'10" tall, yet in her own image, she remained small and insecure. She fantasized about a part of a large family, with lots of brothers and sisters. Her favorite show was "The Waltons." She watched it every afternoon, often commenting on her own need of family.
She had worked laboriously at the store; pumping gas, carrying large bags of feed, and all the while, cooking delicious meals for her family in the living quarters that attached to the store. She was never too tired or too busy to make candy, cookies or cakes for the kid's school activities. She also saw that the kids went skating, swimming, and to the movies, and would sit for hours watching them have fun, while she waited patiently to drive them home.
Betty was a good businesswoman, and always took her business seriously. She was proud of her Insurance Agent's license, but her greatest accomplishment was simply being a mother and grandmother.
Betty possessed a special love and talent for writing. She enjoyed writing poems for the family and tucking them into special cards. In May of 1959, while attending Yellow Springs General Baptist Church, she wrote this poem in tribute to her own mother, to which she was devoted. She recited this poem to her mother, and to her family, at many Mother's Day celebrations in past years:
Well, it's Mother's Day again,
And it means so very much
To find the doors still open
At this little country church
It wouldn't seem like Mother's Day
Unless I spent it here,
For I haven't missed a single time
In over twenty years.
I see lots of empty spaces
And it fills my eyes with tears,
For somehow I always miss them more
As Mother's Day draws near.
Thanks to God, my mother's present,
He has spared her all these years;
She has been my inspiration,
Throughout every joy and tear.
And no matter what tomorrow holds,
Or what the future brings,
I'll always have sweet memories
Of a place called Yellow Springs.
Betty loved her little church. At one special Mother's Day gathering, she was singing "How Great Thou Art", accompanied by her daughter on piano. About halfway through the song Sherry became quite nervous and stopped playing. She picked up her music and walked out the door. Betty just kept singing alone, until she could find a good place to stop. Even after this incident, "How Great Thou Art" remained a favorite song of hers.
After the surgeries three years ago, Betty's life was filled with pain and suffering. She adapted to life in a nursing facility with dignity, often saying it wasn't home like her "little apartment," but it was her "Home away from home."
She was fortunate to have her own room, with a TV, telephone and well-stocked refrigerator. The TV and phone were links to the outside world and her friends. She had many wonderful phone pals, but her special angel, Toots, was ever faithful.
Although her quality of life wouldn't seem much to most, she accepted her role and did her best to cope. The pain was the one evil she could not conquer.
She was grateful for the kindness she received. She genuinely cared for all the staff who made her stay more pleasant. Just a few short weeks ago, a Christmas Greeting appeared in the local paper with Bett's own words: "I owe so much to so many."
Betty has gone to her resting place with God, where at last she can be at peace.
One special wish was for a mausoleum, and she saw that wish fulfilled. Her new name awaits her with a special song inscribed in tribute to her beloved mother and chidden:
The years may come and go
And I'll grow up I know
To take my place
In this old troubled world.
I may go far away,
But I'll come back someday,
For I'll always be
My mother's little girl.
She has loved me all these years
And has kissed away my tears.
She's more precious
Than the rarest pearl.
The future may hold much
Of bitterness and such,
But I'll always be
My mother's little girl.
The years have come and gone.
I've a family of my own,
A daughter and a son
To fill my world.
But every now and then,
Time rolls back again
And I find I'm still
My mother's little girl.
The above song written by Betty for her mother, Vena Denton, at age 12. Last verse completed at age 25.
Surviving are her mother, Vena Denton, Elizabethtown, daughter and son-in-law, Sherry Dawn Gross and Gary Gross, Elizabethtown, son and daughter-in-law, Steven Ray Rutherford and Kim Rutherford, Elizabethtown, grandsons, Garrison Rutherford Gross, Elizabethtown, and Gannon Barnerd Gross, U.S. Army, Fort Benning, Georgia, sisters, Fran Hendirx, Elgin, and Naomi Harrison, Rosiclare, four special cousins, A.C. Stacy, Gatha Stacy, Donald Stacy and Roger Stacy, nieces, nephews and a wide circle of friends.
OWEN K. DECKER
OWEN K. DECKER, 80 died March 20, 1999 in Warrenville, IL. He was raised in Hardin County by his grandparents, John and Lee Alice Henson. His parents were Gordon Decker and Daisy Henson Decker Williams.
He is survived by his wife, Janet, a son, Owen Kenneth, Jr. of Chicago, two daughters, Mary of Warrensville, IL and Debbie of New York; a brother, Bill of Oklahoma, two sisters, Ruth Ann Simpson of Auburn Hill, MI and Mary L. Dudley of Harrisburg and three grandchildren.
His parents, grandparents, one brother, J.R. Williams and a sister Wanda G. Shetler preceded him in death.
Services were held in South Holland, IL.
DAVY DENTON
Davy Denton, father of William Denton, (William the father of Walter), and Uncle Arch Rutherford were killed by a civil War Soldier at the commencement of the Civil War. A number of those old timers had met on Saline Creek near Potts Hill to have a shooting match and the soldier's father-in-law got into a fight with uncle Arch Rutherford and Denton started to take Uncle Arch's part, and the soldier shot and killed him instantly, and then turned and shot Uncle Arch and he died in a few days. The soldier left for the Army and was never heard of any more
Taken from the Hardin County Independent Aug 1929. Written by John Allen Oxford, pen name "Roxie:
(note: This is the Archibald Rutherford from Tennessee that married Rebecca Oxford, the daughter of James and Mary Ann (Pennell) Oxford. After the death of Rebecca, Archibald married Mary Burris and had one son Thomas Rutherford. Thomas was raised by James Rutherford and wife Sarah (McConnell) Rutherford.
WILLARD ESCHOL DENTON
Willard Eschol
Denton began his journey of life in Gallatin County, in the Beaver Creek area,
on Thursday, November 23, 1899. He was eighth of ten children born to William
David and Sarah Porter Denton. he ended his journey on Wednesday August 22, 2001
at 7:22 p.m. at the Hardin County General Hospital in Rosiclare, Illinois.
At the age of five, after the death of his mother, "Eck" made his home with his
oldest brother, Walter, where he remained until 1918. At an early age he married
Myrtle Cruse and a son "Bill" was born to this union. He left Hardin County and
set out to see the states settling in San Francisco, where he met a young girl
from Tennessee, Kelphie Irene Turner, who was working for the Pacific Railroad.
They soon fell in love and were united in marriage on Christmas Day in 1924.
After they were married the couple operated a restaurant for several years where
he was head chef and she served as gracious hostess.
After World War II the Denton's changed professions and became proprietors of a
peach orchard and walnut grove. They remained in California until 1955 when they
returned to her home state and resided on a farm raising chickens near Kingston,
Tennessee. They attended the Methodist Church in that area. After they retired
they moved to Lenoir City, Tennessee. Although Kelphie and Willard had no
children together, their kindness and extended hand of friendship won so many
friends they became known affectionately as Mama and Papa Denton. They remained
together for sixty one years until her passing in 1985.
After his loss he moved back to Illinois where he lived for the past fifteen
years with his nephew and his family, Harry Lee and Opal Denton, who lovingly
cared for him until his passing. He enjoyed the farm and spent many hours with
his nephews Harr Lee and Gordon advising them on the crops and farm issues. He
enjoyed their long drives together just looking at the crops and barns in the
area. he always thought you could judge a farmer by the shape his barn was in.
he most enjoyed the kitchen where he baked his favorite Christmas fudge for all
his family and friends. he was an active member in the Golden Circle for as long
as his heath would allow. He enjoyed his friends there and the activities the
center furnished. he always looked forward to all the special events like the
proms and dances.
Uncle Eck will be remembered always as a kind, loving man with a gentle heart
and a great love for life. he was always charming and full of wit. he adored his
family. his nieces and nephews were his greatest pride. he always held a special
place in his heart for his faithful Tennessee friends whom he considered family
too. he will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him dearly.
Willard Eschol Denton entered into rest at the age of 101 years, 8 months and 29
days. Those ready to welcome him home after his long journey are his loving wife
of 61 years, Kelphie, a son "Bill" who passed away in 1980, brother and sisters
Walter, Gertie, Charlie, Ida, Nellie Allen, Lydia and (Bessie and Clifford who
died as infants).
He leaves to mourn his passing a granddaughter, Jessica, five generations of
nieces and nephews along with many faithful friends. 10-15-02
BILLIE DERRINGER
BILLIE
DERRINGER, 77, of Chester, died thrusday, April 5, 2001, at Veterans Affairs
Medical Center in Marion of heart failure.
He had attended Mt Zion General Baptist church.
Surviving are three daughters, Wilma Whittenberg of Chester, Carolyn Robinson of
Tildon and LaDonna Donjon of Redbud; three sons, Bill of Walsh, Larry of
Rockwood and Gary of Ellis Grove; four sisters, Lois Milligan of Cave-in-Rock,
Geneva Anderson of Harrisburg, Alma Brookmeyer of Makanda and Gail Brookmeyer of
DeSoto; 21 grandchildren; and 15 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Versia Alene, and an infant daughter.
Services were conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Rose-Gilbert Funeral Home, with
burial in Ozee Cemetery, with military rites.
FRANCIS MARION DEVERS
Francis Marion Devers was born in Lincoln Co, TN. 3 July 1843, died October 26, 1924, age 81 years, 3 months, and 23 days.
He came to Kentucky and later to Illinois and was married to Ruth Ledbetter, the youngest daughter of John and Elizabeth Ledbetter.
To this union was born 16 children: John of Enfield, IL: Sallie Perry, Cave-in-Rock; Ordway Devers, Dycusburg, KY.: Rosie Lengal, Hayden Ohio; Mae Robinson Benton, IL.; Ben Devers of Comombus, Ohio; Pearl Clebveland of Kansas City, Missouri; Frona Frailey of Cave-in-Rock. The other 8 children had passed to their reward before the father.
The family mentioned above, their mother and 16 grandchildren, 5 daughter-in-laws, 5 son-in-laws, with a large party of other relatives and friends are left to mourn his death. An only brother at the time of the funeral was very low and not expected to recover.
In his early life he was a very successful business man laying by him in store something for old age. He retired 10 years ago, selling out his farm near Cave-in-Rock where he had made his living and moved to Caseyville, Kentucky.
Nearly 3 weeks before his death, he moved back to Cave-in-Rock to die. He was a member of the Christian Church here, being baptized in the Antioch Church about 33 years ago and when able to attend his church, was a faithful member.
He was very sincere and firm in his convictions of what he believed to be right.
Funeral was conducted by Brother Pace of Paducah, Kentucky, his pastor 25 years ago and at his request about that time, He was buried in the new Masonic Cemetery by Masonic Lodge 444 of which he was a member.
Written by a relative.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 6 November `1924
FRANCIS MITTIE HARPER DEWEESE
Francis Mittie Harper Deweese was born November 29, 1847 and died January 3, 1929; being 81 years, 1 month and 5 days old at her death.
She was united in marriage to Robert Deweese in 1874 who died in 1912. To this union were born five children, Nannie and Ambers Deweese died in infancy, Mrs. Bettie Casady who died in 1908, Mrs. Manerva Burton and Mrs. Leona Cowsert, who are still living at Rosiclare, Illinois, and 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Grandmother Deweese was loved by all who knew her. She was a member of Stone Church for many years and was known to live a true and faithful Christian life until death.
Grandmother leaves to mourn her death two daughters, five grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. D.J. Dixon at Stone Church and the remains were laid to rest in Stone Church cemetery to await the resurrection day. Written by Audra Cowsert.
Taken from the Hardin County Independent 14 February 1929
CECIL THOMAS DONITHAN
Cecil Thomas "Tommy" Donithan, 66, of Eldorado, died at 11:30 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 1995 at Ferrell Hospital.
He was a former Hardin County resident and retired mill worker for Ozark-Mahoning Mines. He was a Army veterans and a member of Eldorado Church of God.
Surviving are his wife, the former Monav Patton two daughters, Linda Brazell and Brenda Schutt both of Eldorado; three sisters, Ella Dee Ball of Mesa, Az, Freda Gentry of Chino, CA, and Linda Stanley of Cave In Rock; two brothers, Billy and Mitchel Jenkins, both of Elizabethtown; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Services were held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at Colonial Terrace Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in Central Cemetery near Elizabethtown.
CECIL THOMAS DONITHAN was born February 20, 1929, in Hardin County, IL, and died November 26, 1995, at Ferrell Hospital in Eldorado, IL, being at the time of his death 66 years, 9 months and 6 days of age.
Tommy, as he was known to family and friends, was united in marriage to Monav (Patton) Spivey on July 6, 1962. He and Monav raised their two daughter, Linda and Brenda.
He served his country in the armed forces and was stationed in France and Germany.
Tommy worked 32 years for Ozark-Mahoning Company in Rosiclare, IL, and was considered a very skilled flotation operator.
He became disabled in 1981 and spent most of the rest of his life homebound. He always appreciated visits from family and friends and had a smile for everyone.
He was preceded in death by his father, Cecil Donithan, mother and stepfather, Golden (Barnard) Donithan Jenkins and William Cecil Jenkins, two brothers, Jerry and Michael Jenkins, and one sister, Rosemary Jenkins.
He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Monav, two daughters, Linda Brazell and Brenda Schutt, three sisters, Frieda Gentry, Chino, California, Elladee Bell, Mesa, Arizona, and Linda Stanley, Cave In Rock, IL, two brothers, Bill and Mitchel Jenkins, both of Elizabethtown, IL, six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of family and friends.
MRS. I. F. (MANERVA) DOSSETT