Harrison, G.L.

G.L. married McDowell, B.A. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Reference Number: HARR.C008
• _FGRAVE: 193618226
• Military Service: Korean War, Staff Sergeant, United States Air Force

Notes:

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

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

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

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

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

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

Memorials can be made to the Olney VFW.

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

Military Service:
C. L. served in the US Air Force and served in Korea.

Carman married Thomas, Phoebe on 4 Oct 2004 in Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Phoebe (daughter of Thomas, George Henry Sr. and Carson, Mary Elizabeth) was born on 19 Apr 1952; died on 7 May 2022 in Good Samaritan Hospital, Vincennes, Knox County, Indiana. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Reference Number: THOM.P010

Notes:

Phoebe R. Harrison, 70, of Sumner, formerly of Olney, died on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Indiana.

Phoebe was born on April 19, 1952 in Olney, Illinois, the daughter of George H. and Mary Elizabeth (Carson) Thomas. She married Carman "C.L." Harrison on October 4, 2004 in Olney, Illinois, and he preceded her in death on September 30, 2018.

Phoebe loved to be around her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed playing bingo, watching the Hallmark and Game Show channel, and vacationing to the beach. Phoebe enjoyed spending time with her boyfriend, Donnie, and her sister, Joan. She was a member of the Eagles, VFW Auxiliary, and the Moose Lodge of Vincennes.

Phoebe is survived by her son, Jerry (fiancée, Melissa Sechrest) Tucker of Sumner; daughter, Tasha (Matt) Legg of Sumner; grandchildren, Destiny, Emily, Jaedyn, and Dylan Legg; and Tristan Tucker; sister, Joan Lomas of Olney; boyfriend, Donnie Wininger of Sumner; nieces, Wanda Rice and Terri Bailey; nephews, Kevin Poland, James Wesley Lomas, Troy Thomas, and Timmy Thomas; and several great nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Connie Dressback; brother, George H. Thomas, Jr.

A funeral service will be held for Phoebe at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney, with a visitation beginning one hour before service time at the funeral home.

Interment at Haven Hill Memorial Gardens will take place at a later date.

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Barber
• Reference Number: MCDO.J007
• _FGRAVE: 188029161
• Funeral: 17 Mar 2018, Calhoun United Methodist Church, Calhoun, Richland County, Illinois

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John E. McDowell, 85, of Calhoun, died on March 13, 2018 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital.

John was born on May 20, 1932 in Noble, IL.
He was the son of Nathaniel McDowell and Goldie (Luke) McDowell.

John married Dorothy Myers on September 21, 1952.

John was a barber at his home in Calhoun for 28 years and supervisor of the bus barn as well as a bus driver. He was very involved with mission trips and traveled to South America and Haiti. John enjoyed gardening and especially enjoyed growing sunflowers and rhubarb. He took pleasure in outdoor activities including fishing, hunting, and raising ponies. John was a people person and everybody enjoyed his company. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. John was a member of the Calhoun United Methodist Church.

John in survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy McDowell of Calhoun; daughter, Cheryl Farrar and husband Mike of Calhoun; daughter, Beverly Harrison and husband Gerald of Olney; grandchildren, Greg Thomas, Jennifer Berry, Lee Harrison, and Josh Harrison; great grandchildren, Bradley, Brandon, Dakota, Kristina, Kaylee, Naleigha, Cheyenne, Cassie, Callen, and Lana; Sister, Becky Schmucker and husband Bob; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by parents; brothers, Lowell McDowell and Charles McDowell; and sister, Helen Davis.

Buried:
Full Military Rites will be performed at the Graveside

John married Myers, D.J. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Mechanic
• Reference Number: HARR.W008
• _FGRAVE: 24075306
• Census: 28-29 Apr 1930, Clay City Township, Clay County, Illinois; 1930 Census, Clay City (Township), Clay County, Illinois, page 05b
• Census: 22 May 1940, Clay City Township, Clay County, Illinois; 1940 Census, Clay City (Township), Clay County, Illinois, page 11a

William married Patridge, Mary Elizabeth on 23 Dec 1908 in Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Mary (daughter of Patridge, Elmer Newell and Hough, Amanda) was born on 1 Nov 1889 in Illinois; died on 8 Aug 1982; was buried in Clay City Cemetery, Clay City, Clay County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Reference Number: PATR.M002
• _FGRAVE: 24075313
• Census: 28-29 Apr 1930, Clay City Township, Clay County, Illinois; 1930 Census, Clay City (Township), Clay County, Illinois, page 05b
• Census: 22 May 1940, Clay City Township, Clay County, Illinois; 1940 Census, Clay City (Township), Clay County, Illinois, page 11a

Other Events and Attributes:

• Reference Number: THOM.G008

Notes:

Died:
George H. Thomas Sr., 85, of Noble, died at 6 a.m. Monday at Richland Memorial Hospital in Olney.

George married Carson, Mary Elizabeth on 24 Jan 1928 in Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Mary was born on 3 Mar 1903 in Noble, Richland County, Illinois; died on 18 May 1985; was buried in Green Hill Cemetery, Noble, Richland County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Reference Number: CARS.M002

Notes:

She was a member of the United Methodist Church at Noble.

Died:
Mary Elizabeth Thomas, 82, Noble, died Saturday, May 18, 1985 at 9:30 p.m. in her home.

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Farmer, Truck Driver
• Reference Number: MCDO.N003
• _FGRAVE: 53265622
• Funeral: 7 Mar 1985, Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney, Richland County, Illinois

Notes:

Birth:
Findagrave.com shows his birthdate at 21 November which may be in error.

Died:
Burgin Manor, Olney, Richland County, Illinois

Nathaniel married Luke, Goldia Isabelle 'Goldie' on 27 Aug 1921 in Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Goldia (daughter of Luke, John Albert and Graham, Nella 'Nellie') was born on 21 Aug 1902 in Illinois; died on 25 Nov 1990 in Olney, Richland County, Illinois; was buried on 28 Nov 1990 in Crest Haven Memorial Park, Claremont, Richland County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Hired Girl
• Reference Number: LUKE.G002
• _FGRAVE: 53265784
• Funeral: 28 Nov 1990, Summers-Kistler Funeral Home,

Notes:

Census:
The 1920 census shows she is living with and working for the Thomas Viskniskki family.

Other Events and Attributes:

• Reference Number: MYER.U001
• _FGRAVE: 73778625

Notes:

He owned and operated Myers Brothers south of Olney for 31 years. He was an active member of the White Squirrel Motorcycle Club and Family Motor Coach Association for many years, and was a past officer of the Boat Club in Travares, Fla.

Charles married Johnson, Eva on 21 Nov 1929 in Louisville, Clay County, Illinois, and was divorced before 1958. Eva (daughter of Johnson, Eli and Robinson, Isabel) was born on 24 Jan 1913 in Wynoose, Richland County, Illinois; died on 28 May 2000 in Burgin Manor Nursing Home, Olney, Richland County, Illinois; was buried on 31 May 2000 in Maple Dale Cemetery, Olney, Richland County, Illinois. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Occupation: Homemaker
• Reference Number: JOHN.E002
• _FGRAVE: 48367336
• Funeral: 31 May 2000, Summers-Kistler Funeral Home, Olney, Richland County, Illinois

Notes:

She was a homemaker. She was a member of the Grace Evangelical Church in Olney.