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1	Birth Announcement Megan Lynn Lomas Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Lomas, of West Liberty, IL, are the proud parents of a daughter, Megan Lynn, born at 6:08 a.m., September 11, 1994 at Richland Memorial Hospital. She weight 6 lbs. Maternal grandparents are Shirley and Dale Carr, of Newton, IL. and Jim and Carolyn McElhiney, of Robinson, IL. Paternal grandparents are Clifford and Joan Lomas, of Olney, IL, and Kay Lomas o, of Olney, IL.
2	Birth Announcement Megan Lynn Lomas Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Lomas, of West Liberty, IL, are the proud parents of a daughter, Megan Lynn, born at 6:08 a.m., September 11, 1994 at Richland Memorial Hospital. She weight 6 lbs. Maternal grandparents are Shirley and Dale Carr, of Newton, IL. and Jim and Carolyn McElhiney, of Robinson, IL. Paternal grandparents are Clifford and Joan Lomas, of Olney, IL, and Kay Lomas o, of Olney, IL.
3	At least one living or private individual is linked to this note - Details withheld.	Lomas, M.L. (I2880)
4	Boyce Eugene Laycoax, age 88, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Flora Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Flora. Gene was born December 6, 1934, in Sailor Springs, the son of Bernard Joseph Laycoax and Zella Delores (Stacey). He was united in marriage to Jo Ann Goings on October 28, 1956, in Clay City and together they shared 40 anniversaries until her death October 20, 1997. Gene enjoyed working and was a jack-of-all-trades, working as a maintenance man, and driving a school bus and a truck. Later in life he enjoyed activities to keep his mind sharp, including word searches and reading books and medical journals. Gene was baptized at the First Christian Church in Flora and helped build a Christian Church in Pahrump, Nevada. He is survived by his son: Charles Laycoax of Clay City; 2 brothers: Paul (Kim) Laycoax of Surprise, Arizona, and William (Patsy) Laycoax of Iola; sister: Janice Laycoax of Elkhart, Indiana; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents: Joe Laycoax and Zella Delores Combs; wife: Jo Ann Laycoax; 2 brothers: Lewis Henry Laycoax and Arthur Franklin Combs; and 3 sisters: Joan Bonham, Vannah M. Wiley, and Edna Marie Fender. A funeral ceremony will be held at 12 noon Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday at the funeral home.
5	Boyce Eugene Laycoax, age 88, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Flora Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Flora. Gene was born December 6, 1934, in Sailor Springs, the son of Bernard Joseph Laycoax and Zella Delores (Stacey). He was united in marriage to Jo Ann Goings on October 28, 1956, in Clay City and together they shared 40 anniversaries until her death October 20, 1997. Gene enjoyed working and was a jack-of-all-trades, working as a maintenance man, and driving a school bus and a truck. Later in life he enjoyed activities to keep his mind sharp, including word searches and reading books and medical journals. Gene was baptized at the First Christian Church in Flora and helped build a Christian Church in Pahrump, Nevada. He is survived by his son: Charles Laycoax of Clay City; 2 brothers: Paul (Kim) Laycoax of Surprise, Arizona, and William (Patsy) Laycoax of Iola; sister: Janice Laycoax of Elkhart, Indiana; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents: Joe Laycoax and Zella Delores Combs; wife: Jo Ann Laycoax; 2 brothers: Lewis Henry Laycoax and Arthur Franklin Combs; and 3 sisters: Joan Bonham, Vannah M. Wiley, and Edna Marie Fender. A funeral ceremony will be held at 12 noon Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday at the funeral home.
6	Boyce Eugene Laycoax, age 88, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Flora Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Flora. Gene was born December 6, 1934, in Sailor Springs, the son of Bernard Joseph Laycoax and Zella Delores (Stacey). He was united in marriage to Jo Ann Goings on October 28, 1956, in Clay City and together they shared 40 anniversaries until her death October 20, 1997. Gene enjoyed working and was a jack-of-all-trades, working as a maintenance man, and driving a school bus and a truck. Later in life he enjoyed activities to keep his mind sharp, including word searches and reading books and medical journals. Gene was baptized at the First Christian Church in Flora and helped build a Christian Church in Pahrump, Nevada. He is survived by his son: Charles Laycoax of Clay City; 2 brothers: Paul (Kim) Laycoax of Surprise, Arizona, and William (Patsy) Laycoax of Iola; sister: Janice Laycoax of Elkhart, Indiana; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents: Joe Laycoax and Zella Delores Combs; wife: Jo Ann Laycoax; 2 brothers: Lewis Henry Laycoax and Arthur Franklin Combs; and 3 sisters: Joan Bonham, Vannah M. Wiley, and Edna Marie Fender. A funeral ceremony will be held at 12 noon Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday at the funeral home.	Laycoax, Boyce Eugene 'Gene' (I17341)
7	Section A - Row 12	George, Milderine (I40691)
8	8 Sep 1865-?
9	8 Sep 1865-?
10	8 Sep 1865-?	St. John, William W. (I1638)
11	A graveside memorial service for Dorothy will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019, at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora.	Henderson, Dorothy Jean (I41892)
12	A private graveside ceremony will be held at Powers Cemetery in Xenia.	Gaines, Modena B. (I47707)
13	At 18, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served admirably in WWII as an evaluation medic stationed in various locations in the Pacific theater including the Philippines and in Japan as part of the occupation force after the wars end.
14	At 18, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served admirably in WWII as an evaluation medic stationed in various locations in the Pacific theater including the Philippines and in Japan as part of the occupation force after the wars end.
15	At 18, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served admirably in WWII as an evaluation medic stationed in various locations in the Pacific theater including the Philippines and in Japan as part of the occupation force after the wars end.	CROUSE, Paul Murvin (I25789)
16	Duane Michael Stanley, age 55, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Thursday morning, January 5, 2023, at his home. He was born February 4, 1967, in Centralia, the son of Larren Dean and Patricia (Paholke) Stanley. He was united in marriage to Teresa Cox on December 16, 2006, in Flora, and together they have shared 16 wedding anniversaries. Duane had driven a truck for several different trucking companies over the years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, four-wheeler riding, especially in the mud, and spending time with his kids and grandkids. He is survived by his wife: Teresa Stanley of Flora; 3 daughters: Cynthia Stanley of Mt. Vernon, Rachael Stanley of Mt. Vernon, and Chanda Atwood of Christopher; 2 sons: Rodney (Jamie) Keck of Flora, and Ryan (Amy) Keck of Olney; mother: Patricia Stanley of Flora; several grandchildren; and a sister-in-law: Tina Stanley of Clay City. He was preceded in death by his father; a granddaughter: Taylor; and a brother: Glenn Stanley. A graveside ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Rusk Cemetery in Flora. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to Rusk Cemetery and will be accepted through the funeral home.	Stanley, Duane Michael (I30164)
17	Edwin was a lifelong farmer and drove a school bus for 21 years. In addition he served 42 years on the Clay Electric Co-Op Board, was on the Garden Hill Township Board of Trustees, and was a Xenia Fire Protection District Trustee and helped buuid the firehouse. He was a loyal member for over 50 years of the Xenia United Methodist Church, serving as Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a Sunday School Teacher. Edwin served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army and proudly earned his G.E.D. at age 77. He enjoyed woodworking and was a patient, gentle man who never met a stranger, always talking to people wherever he went. Edwin taught others to follow a Christian life and instilled a good work ethic in his family.
18	Edwin was a lifelong farmer and drove a school bus for 21 years. In addition he served 42 years on the Clay Electric Co-Op Board, was on the Garden Hill Township Board of Trustees, and was a Xenia Fire Protection District Trustee and helped buuid the firehouse. He was a loyal member for over 50 years of the Xenia United Methodist Church, serving as Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a Sunday School Teacher. Edwin served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army and proudly earned his G.E.D. at age 77. He enjoyed woodworking and was a patient, gentle man who never met a stranger, always talking to people wherever he went. Edwin taught others to follow a Christian life and instilled a good work ethic in his family.
19	Edwin was a lifelong farmer and drove a school bus for 21 years. In addition he served 42 years on the Clay Electric Co-Op Board, was on the Garden Hill Township Board of Trustees, and was a Xenia Fire Protection District Trustee and helped buuid the firehouse. He was a loyal member for over 50 years of the Xenia United Methodist Church, serving as Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a Sunday School Teacher. Edwin served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army and proudly earned his G.E.D. at age 77. He enjoyed woodworking and was a patient, gentle man who never met a stranger, always talking to people wherever he went. Edwin taught others to follow a Christian life and instilled a good work ethic in his family.	Henson, Edwin T. (I17902)
20	Elmer worked as a union carpenter for the Local # 60 in Indianapolis, In.	Eagleson, Elmer E. (I38897)
21	Emily Tennille Parish, age 43, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, January 19, 2023, at her home. She was born January 28, 1979, in Olney, the daughter of Richard and Mary Anne (Thompson) Lents. She was united in marriage to Rodney Ray Parish Jr. on July 7, 2007, at the Ridge Riders Club in Rinard and together they have shared 15 wedding anniversaries. Emily worked as a waitress at J.T.s in Wayne City. She attended Bethlehem Christian Church and was baptized at Gunion Christian Church in Cisne. She enjoyed time spent camping, going on float trips, singing karaoke, and scrolling through Facebook trying to stay current on the most recent gossip. She was a lover of animals of all kinds, a clean freak, very particular about her hair and nails, and enjoyed reading crime drama. Emily was a fabulous cook, often making dishes to share with the ones that meant the most to her, her friends and family. She was always full of life and will be remembered for her ability to light up any room with her laughter and vivacious storytelling. She is survived by her husband: Rodney Parish of Xenia; mother: Mary Anne Pittman of Flora; father: Richard Lents of Bridgeport, son: Quaden Noblet of Xenia; a sister: Amy (Ryan) Keck of Olney; step-son: Justin Parish of Effingham; step-grandchildren: Jayden and Gavin Parish of Hord; stepfather: Bob Pittman of Rinard; a niece and nephew: Kamille and Kamden Keck of Olney; 3 half-sisters: Ashley Lackey of Bridgeport, Katrena of Bridgeport, and Cortney of Olney; several aunts and uncles; several cats; and her beloved dogs: Britches, Ariel, and Radar. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; mother and father-in-law; and an aunt: Kathy Richardson. A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Ryan Keck officiating. Interment will follow in Powers Cemetery, Xenia. A visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Fur a Good Paws and will be accepted through the funeral home.
22	Emily Tennille Parish, age 43, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, January 19, 2023, at her home. She was born January 28, 1979, in Olney, the daughter of Richard and Mary Anne (Thompson) Lents. She was united in marriage to Rodney Ray Parish Jr. on July 7, 2007, at the Ridge Riders Club in Rinard and together they have shared 15 wedding anniversaries. Emily worked as a waitress at J.T.s in Wayne City. She attended Bethlehem Christian Church and was baptized at Gunion Christian Church in Cisne. She enjoyed time spent camping, going on float trips, singing karaoke, and scrolling through Facebook trying to stay current on the most recent gossip. She was a lover of animals of all kinds, a clean freak, very particular about her hair and nails, and enjoyed reading crime drama. Emily was a fabulous cook, often making dishes to share with the ones that meant the most to her, her friends and family. She was always full of life and will be remembered for her ability to light up any room with her laughter and vivacious storytelling. She is survived by her husband: Rodney Parish of Xenia; mother: Mary Anne Pittman of Flora; father: Richard Lents of Bridgeport, son: Quaden Noblet of Xenia; a sister: Amy (Ryan) Keck of Olney; step-son: Justin Parish of Effingham; step-grandchildren: Jayden and Gavin Parish of Hord; stepfather: Bob Pittman of Rinard; a niece and nephew: Kamille and Kamden Keck of Olney; 3 half-sisters: Ashley Lackey of Bridgeport, Katrena of Bridgeport, and Cortney of Olney; several aunts and uncles; several cats; and her beloved dogs: Britches, Ariel, and Radar. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; mother and father-in-law; and an aunt: Kathy Richardson. A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Ryan Keck officiating. Interment will follow in Powers Cemetery, Xenia. A visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Fur a Good Paws and will be accepted through the funeral home.
23	Emily Tennille Parish, age 43, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, January 19, 2023, at her home. She was born January 28, 1979, in Olney, the daughter of Richard and Mary Anne (Thompson) Lents. She was united in marriage to Rodney Ray Parish Jr. on July 7, 2007, at the Ridge Riders Club in Rinard and together they have shared 15 wedding anniversaries. Emily worked as a waitress at J.T.s in Wayne City. She attended Bethlehem Christian Church and was baptized at Gunion Christian Church in Cisne. She enjoyed time spent camping, going on float trips, singing karaoke, and scrolling through Facebook trying to stay current on the most recent gossip. She was a lover of animals of all kinds, a clean freak, very particular about her hair and nails, and enjoyed reading crime drama. Emily was a fabulous cook, often making dishes to share with the ones that meant the most to her, her friends and family. She was always full of life and will be remembered for her ability to light up any room with her laughter and vivacious storytelling. She is survived by her husband: Rodney Parish of Xenia; mother: Mary Anne Pittman of Flora; father: Richard Lents of Bridgeport, son: Quaden Noblet of Xenia; a sister: Amy (Ryan) Keck of Olney; step-son: Justin Parish of Effingham; step-grandchildren: Jayden and Gavin Parish of Hord; stepfather: Bob Pittman of Rinard; a niece and nephew: Kamille and Kamden Keck of Olney; 3 half-sisters: Ashley Lackey of Bridgeport, Katrena of Bridgeport, and Cortney of Olney; several aunts and uncles; several cats; and her beloved dogs: Britches, Ariel, and Radar. She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; mother and father-in-law; and an aunt: Kathy Richardson. A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Ryan Keck officiating. Interment will follow in Powers Cemetery, Xenia. A visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Fur a Good Paws and will be accepted through the funeral home.	Lents, Emily Tennille (I1984)
24	Evelyn worked as a loan auditor at First Federal Savings and Loan of Peoria for 27 years.	Hopper, Evelyn B. (I40695)
25	Funeral services were held at graveside in Hanna Cemetery.
26	Funeral services were held at graveside in Hanna Cemetery.
27	Funeral services were held at graveside in Hanna Cemetery.	Sager, George Samuel (I2095)
28	George Butler, native of German township and soldier of the Civil War, died last night at his home near Asbury church. Mr. Butler had been in feeble health for several years and for more than a year an invalid.
29	George Butler, native of German township and soldier of the Civil War, died last night at his home near Asbury church. Mr. Butler had been in feeble health for several years and for more than a year an invalid.
30	George Butler, native of German township and soldier of the Civil War, died last night at his home near Asbury church. Mr. Butler had been in feeble health for several years and for more than a year an invalid.	Butler, George (I23242)
31	Gregory Neil Grubby Foreman, age 69, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at his home. He was born November 4, 1952, in Sailor Springs, the son of Willard Carl and Dorothy Merle (Pickens) Foreman. Greg was a graduate of Clay City High School. He attended Lake Land College where he earned his associate degree in Mechanical Engineering. He enjoyed playing the guitar and riding motorcycles. He is survived by a daughter: Mandy Foreman of Xenia; a son: Kirby (Audrey) Foreman of Olney; 2 grandchildren: Maverick Foreman and Michel Foreman of Xenia; a brother: Bus (Geraldine) Foreman of Sailor Springs; 2 sisters: Mona Tokos of Malvern, Ohio, and Marla Raley of Noble. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother: Willard Brent Maverick Foreman; and a sister: Marjorie Holland. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Flora. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
32	Gregory Neil Grubby Foreman, age 69, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at his home. He was born November 4, 1952, in Sailor Springs, the son of Willard Carl and Dorothy Merle (Pickens) Foreman. Greg was a graduate of Clay City High School. He attended Lake Land College where he earned his associate degree in Mechanical Engineering. He enjoyed playing the guitar and riding motorcycles. He is survived by a daughter: Mandy Foreman of Xenia; a son: Kirby (Audrey) Foreman of Olney; 2 grandchildren: Maverick Foreman and Michel Foreman of Xenia; a brother: Bus (Geraldine) Foreman of Sailor Springs; 2 sisters: Mona Tokos of Malvern, Ohio, and Marla Raley of Noble. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother: Willard Brent Maverick Foreman; and a sister: Marjorie Holland. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Flora. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
33	Gregory Neil Grubby Foreman, age 69, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at his home. He was born November 4, 1952, in Sailor Springs, the son of Willard Carl and Dorothy Merle (Pickens) Foreman. Greg was a graduate of Clay City High School. He attended Lake Land College where he earned his associate degree in Mechanical Engineering. He enjoyed playing the guitar and riding motorcycles. He is survived by a daughter: Mandy Foreman of Xenia; a son: Kirby (Audrey) Foreman of Olney; 2 grandchildren: Maverick Foreman and Michel Foreman of Xenia; a brother: Bus (Geraldine) Foreman of Sailor Springs; 2 sisters: Mona Tokos of Malvern, Ohio, and Marla Raley of Noble. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother: Willard Brent Maverick Foreman; and a sister: Marjorie Holland. Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Flora. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com	FOREMAN, Gregory Neil 'Grubby' (I17857)
34	He always had a joke to tell, and loved to tease people. Ora was an only child. He was a colorful individual who was either liked or disliked. The family has many stories about Ora (some good, some bad), and some sad stories of Ora's childhoodht may have contributed to his strong personality. But it still holds true that he was a colorful man, strong in personality, and liked by many.
35	He always had a joke to tell, and loved to tease people. Ora was an only child. He was a colorful individual who was either liked or disliked. The family has many stories about Ora (some good, some bad), and some sad stories of Ora's childhoodht may have contributed to his strong personality. But it still holds true that he was a colorful man, strong in personality, and liked by many.
36	He always had a joke to tell, and loved to tease people. Ora was an only child. He was a colorful individual who was either liked or disliked. The family has many stories about Ora (some good, some bad), and some sad stories of Ora's childhoodht may have contributed to his strong personality. But it still holds true that he was a colorful man, strong in personality, and liked by many.	ZIMMERMAN, Ora June (I23621)
37	He followed farming for many years, later moving to Sumner where he was on the police force for a few years.	Cochran, James Harlan (I38546)
38	He made his home with his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Gardner and together they cared for their aged parents.
39	He made his home with his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Gardner and together they cared for their aged parents.
40	He made his home with his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Gardner and together they cared for their aged parents.	GARDNER, Elisha Floyd (I23372)
41	He owned and operated Bob's Tire Repair in Bridgeport and was a member of the Bridgeport Assembly of God Church.	Eckiss, Robert B. (I38857)
42	He retired from Briggs Manufacturing Company, Robinson. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of Zion United Methodist Church.	Carter, Ernest Wayne (I38557)
43	He served his country proudly in the United States Army in Italy and Africa during WWII.
44	He served his country proudly in the United States Army in Italy and Africa during WWII.
45	He served his country proudly in the United States Army in Italy and Africa during WWII.	Guinnee, Dale E. (I17515)
46	He was a member of the Clay City Baptist Church. (A recreation area at Carlyle Lake was named after Wayne. The ceremony was conducted by Lt. Col. John S. Wilkes III of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Army named the campground site in honor of Wayne who served as a career employee for the Corps for eleven years until his untimely death.)	McNair, Wayne L. 'Hap' (I30622)
47	He was inducted 5 Sep 1918 and honorably discharged 28 Dec 1918.
48	He was inducted 5 Sep 1918 and honorably discharged 28 Dec 1918.
49	He was inducted 5 Sep 1918 and honorably discharged 28 Dec 1918.	Hunley, Everett Archibald 'Archie' (I2993)
50	He was retired from farming and had worked as an oil field mechanic.	McCleary, William Phillip (I35033)

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Birth Announcement Megan Lynn Lomas
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Lomas, of West Liberty, IL, are the proud parents of a daughter, Megan Lynn, born at 6:08 a.m., September 11, 1994 at Richland Memorial Hospital. She weight 6 lbs.
Maternal grandparents are Shirley and Dale Carr, of Newton, IL. and Jim and Carolyn McElhiney, of Robinson, IL.
Paternal grandparents are Clifford and Joan Lomas, of Olney, IL, and Kay Lomas o, of Olney, IL.

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

Lomas, M.L. (I2880)

Boyce Eugene Laycoax, age 88, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away, Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Flora Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Flora.

Gene was born December 6, 1934, in Sailor Springs, the son of Bernard Joseph Laycoax and Zella Delores (Stacey). He was united in marriage to Jo Ann Goings on October 28, 1956, in Clay City and together they shared 40 anniversaries until her death October 20, 1997.

Gene enjoyed working and was a jack-of-all-trades, working as a maintenance man, and driving a school bus and a truck. Later in life he enjoyed activities to keep his mind sharp, including word searches and reading books and medical journals. Gene was baptized at the First Christian Church in Flora and helped build a Christian Church in Pahrump, Nevada.

He is survived by his son: Charles Laycoax of Clay City; 2 brothers: Paul (Kim) Laycoax of Surprise, Arizona, and William (Patsy) Laycoax of Iola; sister: Janice Laycoax of Elkhart, Indiana; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Joe Laycoax and Zella Delores Combs; wife: Jo Ann Laycoax; 2 brothers: Lewis Henry Laycoax and Arthur Franklin Combs; and 3 sisters: Joan Bonham, Vannah M. Wiley, and Edna Marie Fender.

A funeral ceremony will be held at 12 noon Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday at the funeral home.

Laycoax, Boyce Eugene 'Gene' (I17341)

Section A - Row 12

George, Milderine (I40691)

8 Sep 1865-?

St. John, William W. (I1638)

A graveside memorial service for Dorothy will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 27, 2019, at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora.

Henderson, Dorothy Jean (I41892)

A private graveside ceremony will be held at Powers Cemetery in Xenia.

Gaines, Modena B. (I47707)

At 18, he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served admirably in WWII as an evaluation medic stationed in various locations in the Pacific theater including the Philippines and in Japan as part of the occupation force after the wars end.

CROUSE, Paul Murvin (I25789)

Duane Michael Stanley, age 55, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Thursday morning, January 5, 2023, at his home.

He was born February 4, 1967, in Centralia, the son of Larren Dean and Patricia (Paholke) Stanley. He was united in marriage to Teresa Cox on December 16, 2006, in Flora, and together they have shared 16 wedding anniversaries.

Duane had driven a truck for several different trucking companies over the years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, four-wheeler riding, especially in the mud, and spending time with his kids and grandkids.

He is survived by his wife: Teresa Stanley of Flora; 3 daughters: Cynthia Stanley of Mt. Vernon, Rachael Stanley of Mt. Vernon, and Chanda Atwood of Christopher; 2 sons: Rodney (Jamie) Keck of Flora, and Ryan (Amy) Keck of Olney; mother: Patricia Stanley of Flora; several grandchildren; and a sister-in-law: Tina Stanley of Clay City.

He was preceded in death by his father; a granddaughter: Taylor; and a brother: Glenn Stanley.

A graveside ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 9, 2023, at Rusk Cemetery in Flora. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to Rusk Cemetery and will be accepted through the funeral home.

Stanley, Duane Michael (I30164)

Edwin was a lifelong farmer and drove a school bus for 21 years. In addition he served 42 years on the Clay Electric Co-Op Board, was on the Garden Hill Township Board of Trustees, and was a Xenia Fire Protection District Trustee and helped buuid the firehouse. He was a loyal member for over 50 years of the Xenia United Methodist Church, serving as Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a Sunday School Teacher. Edwin served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army and proudly earned his G.E.D. at age 77. He enjoyed woodworking and was a patient, gentle man who never met a stranger, always talking to people wherever he went. Edwin taught others to follow a Christian life and instilled a good work ethic in his family.

Henson, Edwin T. (I17902)

Elmer worked as a union carpenter for the Local # 60 in Indianapolis, In.

Eagleson, Elmer E. (I38897)

Emily Tennille Parish, age 43, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, January 19, 2023, at her home.

She was born January 28, 1979, in Olney, the daughter of Richard and Mary Anne (Thompson) Lents. She was united in marriage to Rodney Ray Parish Jr. on July 7, 2007, at the Ridge Riders Club in Rinard and together they have shared 15 wedding anniversaries.

Emily worked as a waitress at J.T.s in Wayne City. She attended Bethlehem Christian Church and was baptized at Gunion Christian Church in Cisne. She enjoyed time spent camping, going on float trips, singing karaoke, and scrolling through Facebook trying to stay current on the most recent gossip. She was a lover of animals of all kinds, a clean freak, very particular about her hair and nails, and enjoyed reading crime drama. Emily was a fabulous cook, often making dishes to share with the ones that meant the most to her, her friends and family. She was always full of life and will be remembered for her ability to light up any room with her laughter and vivacious storytelling.

She is survived by her husband: Rodney Parish of Xenia; mother: Mary Anne Pittman of Flora; father: Richard Lents of Bridgeport, son: Quaden Noblet of Xenia; a sister: Amy (Ryan) Keck of Olney; step-son: Justin Parish of Effingham; step-grandchildren: Jayden and Gavin Parish of Hord; stepfather: Bob Pittman of Rinard; a niece and nephew: Kamille and Kamden Keck of Olney; 3 half-sisters: Ashley Lackey of Bridgeport, Katrena of Bridgeport, and Cortney of Olney; several aunts and uncles; several cats; and her beloved dogs: Britches, Ariel, and Radar.

She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; mother and father-in-law; and an aunt: Kathy Richardson.

A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Ryan Keck officiating. Interment will follow in Powers Cemetery, Xenia. A visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Fur a Good Paws and will be accepted through the funeral home.

Lents, Emily Tennille (I1984)

Evelyn worked as a loan auditor at First Federal Savings and Loan of Peoria for 27 years.

Hopper, Evelyn B. (I40695)

Funeral services were held at graveside in Hanna Cemetery.

Sager, George Samuel (I2095)

George Butler, native of German township and soldier of the Civil War, died last night at his home near Asbury church. Mr. Butler had been in feeble health for several years and for more than a year an invalid.

Butler, George (I23242)

Gregory Neil Grubby Foreman, age 69, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at his home.

He was born November 4, 1952, in Sailor Springs, the son of Willard Carl and Dorothy Merle (Pickens) Foreman.

Greg was a graduate of Clay City High School. He attended Lake Land College where he earned his associate degree in Mechanical Engineering. He enjoyed playing the guitar and riding motorcycles.

He is survived by a daughter: Mandy Foreman of Xenia; a son: Kirby (Audrey) Foreman of Olney; 2 grandchildren: Maverick Foreman and Michel Foreman of Xenia; a brother: Bus (Geraldine) Foreman of Sailor Springs; 2 sisters: Mona Tokos of Malvern, Ohio, and Marla Raley of Noble.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother: Willard Brent Maverick Foreman; and a sister: Marjorie Holland.

Private family services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home and Cremation Services in Flora. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com

FOREMAN, Gregory Neil 'Grubby' (I17857)

He always had a joke to tell, and loved to tease people. Ora was an only child. He was a colorful individual who was either liked or disliked. The family has many stories about Ora (some good, some bad), and some sad stories of Ora's childhoodht may have contributed to his strong personality. But it still holds true that he was a colorful man, strong in personality, and liked by many.

ZIMMERMAN, Ora June (I23621)

He followed farming for many years, later moving to Sumner where he was on the police force for a few years.

Cochran, James Harlan (I38546)

He made his home with his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Gardner and together they cared for their aged parents.

GARDNER, Elisha Floyd (I23372)

He owned and operated Bob's Tire Repair in Bridgeport and was a member of the Bridgeport Assembly of God Church.

Eckiss, Robert B. (I38857)

He retired from Briggs Manufacturing Company, Robinson. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of Zion United Methodist Church.

Carter, Ernest Wayne (I38557)

He served his country proudly in the United States Army in Italy and Africa during WWII.

Guinnee, Dale E. (I17515)

He was a member of the Clay City Baptist Church.

(A recreation area at Carlyle Lake was named after Wayne. The ceremony was conducted by Lt. Col. John S. Wilkes III of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Army named the campground site in honor of Wayne who served as a career employee for the Corps for eleven years until his untimely death.)

McNair, Wayne L. 'Hap' (I30622)

He was inducted 5 Sep 1918 and honorably discharged 28 Dec 1918.

Hunley, Everett Archibald 'Archie' (I2993)

He was retired from farming and had worked as an oil field mechanic.

McCleary, William Phillip (I35033)

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