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1351 Charles Lee Scammahorn passed away March 13, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL.

He was born on April 17, 1926 in Clay City, Illinois, the son of Samuel J. and Dollie (Burkitt) Scammahorn.

Charles was best known for the stories he told and the way that he told them.

Charles served in the U.S. Army Air Force for four years and was an active member of the VFW in Clay City for 15 years. He was also an avid Braves fan.

He is survived by his daughter, Colene Wood; Grandson, Casey Wood; Granddaughter, Kassie Wood; Great Granddaughter, Harper Wood; and several nieces and nephews.

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

Burial was in Smith Cemetery with Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in charge.

Memorials to the American Heart Association. 
Scammahorn, Charles Lee 'Bub' (I17370)
 
1352 Charles Levitt was the son of William James Levitt (8-17-1832 to 4-27-1908) and Lydia Ann Wammack Levitt (1-1-1837 to 4-30-1902). He married Maud Lorena Coggan on Thanksgiving Day 11-27-1884 in Illinois. They moved to Texas in November of 1908 and settled on a farm near Allison.

The children of Charles and Maud were: Myrtle Iva Levitt Bryan (3-20-1886 to 4-3-1957), Martha "Mattie" Levitt Newton (12-6-1887 to 6-28-1975), Nona Levitt Blake (8-13-1889 to 11-3-1977), Ethel Levitt Scott (5-1893 to 4-28-1968), Lester Levitt (8-5-1896 to 5-28-1972), and Malcolm Levitt (5-11-1900 to 4-8-1965). 
Levitt, Charles (I27481)
 
1353 Charles M. Hosselton was born in Clay county, Illinois, July 18, 1863, and died at his home in Eagle Grove, Iowa, March 2, 1938, aged 74 years, 7 months, and 12 days. He grew to manhood at the Illinois home of his parents and moved to a farm near Vincent in 1915. In 1920 he moved to Eagle Grove. He returned to farm work after some three years, and in 1936 moved back to Eagle Grove which was his home until his death. On Dec. 17, 1885 he was united in marriage with Emma Stanford. Five children were born to this union, Mrs. Cleone Howell, Reeshville, Ind., Mrs. Nellie Blankenship, Springfield, Illinois, Mrs. Minnie Bissey, Clay City, Ill., Wm. Hosselton, Jr., Eagle Grove and Mrs. Dorothy Clawson, Mason City. Mr. and Mrs. Hosselton celebrated their golden wedding anniversary Dec. 17, 1935.

There remain to mourn the loss of a good husband, father, and brother, his wife, the five children, fifteen grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Also, one brother, Ge. Hosselton, Clay City, Ill., and two sisters, Mrs. Mary C. Johnson, Montevideo, Minn., Mrs. Laura Smith, Flora, Ill., besides nieces and nephews, and a host of friends. Seven sisters and one brother preceded him in death.

Mr. Hosselton was converted and joined the Methodist church South at Olive Rural church, near Clay City, Ill., in which he had an active part. He was a steward of the church, superintendent of the Sunday School, and taught a class of boys for years. He was a great friend of children. A consistent Christian, he was loved and respected by all who knew him. Young boys learned the way of life from him. Men and women found it easier to make their way in life because of his Christian Character.

EAGLE GROVE EAGLE
Eagle Grove, Iowa
Thursday, March 17, 1938
Page 9; Column 2

Age: 74 yr; 7 mo; 14 da
Burial March 5, 1938

Source: Foust Funeral Home, Eagle Grove, IA 
Hosselton, Charles M. (I50897)
 
1354 Charles M. McDowell, 72, of Olney died Wednesday April 5, 1995 at his residence.

Full military rites performed.

McDowell was born June 2, 1922 in Clay County, the son of Nathaniel and Goldia (Luke) McDowell. He married Nancy Berry in February 1957. He was employed in the oil fields.
He was a member of the Calhoun United Methodist Church, VFW and American Legion.

He is survived by his wife of Olney; a son, Kenneth McDowell of Sterling, Oh.; a daughter, Deborah Daugherty of Olney; a brother, John E. McDowell of Calhoun; a sister, Mrs. Robert (Rebecca) Schmucker of Calhoun; and three grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister. 
McDowell, Charles Marvin (I369)
 
1355 Charles N. Wilson, 70, 1201 N. East St. died today (February 14, 1983) in Richland Memorial Hospital.

Services in Summers Funeral Home with Rev. Dwight Jones presiding. Burial in Clay City Cemetery with military graveside rites.

He was born August 27, 1912 in Clay City to Frank and Bernice (Toliver) Wilson. He married Viola Fulk Hayes in Olney April 22, 1982. She survives.

He was a retired funeral director, member of the First United Methodist Church in Olney, Olney Masonic Lodge, American Legion, VFW, Olney BPO, former partner in Summers Funeral Home, former city councilman, former Richland County deputy and a member of Shriner's Ainad Temple.

He is survived by a step-son, Bert Alvord, Dundas; step-daughter, Mrs. Robert (Judy) Renner, Olney; two brothers, Jack Wilson, Springfield and Richard Wilson, Highland; five sisters, Martha Wilson, Springfield, Margaret Ross, Clay City, Maxine Larimore, Baton Rouge, La., Mary Young, Abilene, Tx., and Mildred Finn, Newton; 11 step-grandchildren; a step-great-grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by three brothers. 
Wilson, Charles Nathaniel (I3140)
 
1356 Charles N. Wilson, 70, 1201 N. East St. died today (February 14, 1983) in Richland Memorial Hospital. Wilson, Charles Nathaniel (I3140)
 
1357 Charles Newton, age 79, well known resident of Decker Township, was pronounced dead on arrival at Richland Memorial Hospital yesterday afternoon. Newton, Charles Ruben (I7204)
 
1358 Charles Nicholas, 83, formerly of Olney, died Monday at his home in Farmer City. Nicholas, Charles Edmund (I37336)
 
1359 Charles P. "Chuck" Tucker, 37, of Forrest City, AK, (formerly of Claremont, IL) died at his residence at 11:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9, 1991. Tucker, Charles Patrick 'Chuck' (I37584)
 
1360 Charles Patrick “Pat” Venable, age 74, of Flora, Illinois, passed away Monday evening, April 4, 2022, at Mattoon Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

He was born May 27, 1947, in Effingham, the son of Nolan and Elizabeth (Guyott) Venable.

Pat was a graduate of Flora High School and went on attend Olney Community College and Eastern Illinois University. He served in the Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Pat lived and worked many years in St. Louis, Missouri, before retiring to Flora. He was a fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, enjoyed fishing, genealogy, joking, and laughing. He was a member of Flora First Christian Church.

He is survived by a sister, Carol Poehler of Galloway, Ohio; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; twin brother, Mike Venable; brother-in-law, Bill Poehler; nephew, Jamen Venable; and a great-niece, Elizabeth Poehler.

In honoring Pat’s wishes, there will be no services. Private interment will take place in Elmwood Cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to any charity of the donor’s choice, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com 
Venable, Charles Patrick 'Pat' (I52207)
 
1361 Charles R. (Dick) Mercer, 71, of 1425 5th Ave., East Moline, former custodian for East Moline school system, died last night in Moline Public Hospital after an illness of five years. MERCER, Charles Richard (I45525)
 
1362 Charles Ray Workman, 61, of Olney, died at 7:10 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2010, at his residence. WORKMAN, Charles 'Charlie' Ray (I1541)
 
1363 Charles Richard Henderson, the son of Wiley and Sarah Church Henderson, was born Feb. 7, 1876, in Wayne County, Illinois.

He was united in marriage to Maggie ( Herdes ) Henderson, Dec. 2, 1903. To this union were born seven children, four of whom survive, two sons, Eugene and George Elmo of Clay City, and two daughters, Mae Dobbs of Cisne, and Blanche Staley of Fairfield.

He also leaves his wife, Maggie; one sister, Dora Trotter, Beardstown, Ill.; one brother, Francis M. Henderson of Clay City; 21 grandchildren and 26 great-granchildren.


Charles Henderson's mother is Sarah ( Church ) Henderson, Charles's father is Wiley Henderson, Wiley is buried at Madden Cemetery. I think Maggie is his wife. I believe Maggie's maiden name is Herdes . The R. in his name is for Richard 
Henderson, Charles Richard (I1651)
 
1364 Charles Rinnert, 85, Flora, died Tuesday at 6 p.m. in Flora Care Center.

Services will be in the Cardascio Funeral Home in Clay City. Burial will be in Smith Cemetery in Sailor Springs.

Mr. Rinnert was born Feb. 18, 1896 in Clay County, the son of Max and Sarah (McKnelly). He married Mary Anna Johnson Feb. 9, 1922 in Clay City. She preceded him in death Feb. 13, 1976.

He was member of the Clay City United Methodist Church, a World War I veteran, and a member of the American Legion in Sailor Springs.

Survivors include a daughter-in-law Mrs. Merle (Maxine) Leach, Clay City; two brothers, Russell, Orlando, Fla.; Herbert, Carmi; two sisters Mrs. Mary McCarty and Thelma Rinnert, both of Phoenix, Az.; two grandchildren, and a great-grandchild.


Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL, May 5, 1981. 
Rinnert, Charles Owen (I29536)
 
1365 Charles Robert 'Bob' Hazel Sr., age 82 of Mt. Erie, passed away at 4:09 AM on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at his residence.

Burial will be at Forrest Ridge Cemetery in rural Richland/Wayne County. Pastor Tim Bursott will be officiating.

Bob was born in Chicago on August 24th, 1938 to Roy and Maxine Hazel. If your favorite form of communication was the CB then you might have known “Bob” by his CB handle “Robinhood”, for he was famous for being able to Robinhood an arrow at even given time.

Bob entered eternal life from his home in Mount Erie, Illinois on Saturday December, 26th 2020. His spirit is carried on by his three children, seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.

Bob spent the early years of his life in Northern Illinois where he worked for Caterpillar in Aurora for several years and then McDonald Douglas, building and wiring jet planes, before coming back to the Northern Wayne County and Wynoose area to help his parents on their family farm. He was also the owner and operator of Covey Ridge Hunting Preserve in Mount Erie Illinois.

Bob is survived by three of his children, Kim Bullard of Mount Erie, Robby Hazel of Noble, Rodney Hazel and his wife Sara of Albion. Seven grandchildren and their spouses, Lindsay Hancock and husband Curt of Wynoose , Emily Jones and husband Chris of Fairfield, Tanner Hazel of Fairfield, Shae Barrett and husband Ryan of Fairfield, Brooklyn Hazel of Albion, Levi Hazel of Noble, and Alex Bullard of Mount Erie. Five great grandchildren, Kalli, Charli, and Chandler Hancock of Wynoose and Cora and Parker Jones of Fairfield.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents Roy and Maxine Hazel and his daughter Lisa Hazel.

Memorials can be sent to Forrest Ridge Church in memory of Bob Hazel. 
Hazel, Charles Robert Sr. (I409)
 
1366 Charles Robert 'Bob' Hazel Sr., age 82 of Mt. Erie, passed away at 4:09 AM on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at his residence. Hazel, Charles Robert Sr. (I409)
 
1367 Charles Robert Hunley, age 90 of Woodlawn, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2012.

A celebration of his life will be held 10 a.m. Friday, February 17, 2012 at Hillcrest Baptist Church, with Rev. Jerry Harwell officiating. A graveside service will be 3 p.m. Friday, in Clay City Cemetery, Clay City, IL. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the hour of service Friday at the church.

Mr. Hunley was born May 26, 1921 in Clay County, IL and was preceded in death by his parents, James Grant and Edna Mae Patridge Hunley.

He was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and a U.S. Army WWII Veteran.

Survivors include his wife, Rosalie Irene Wilson Hunley; sons, James R. (Vicki) Hunley, Charles R. (Ginger) Hunley; daughter, Anita (Paul) Fatheree, all of Woodlawn; grandchildren, Elizabeth Peters, Matthew Hunley, Lucas Hunley, Chad Hunley, Amanda Dusenberry, Jennifer Nelson and Ashley Fatheree; and eight great-grandchildren.

The family request no flowers, memorials may be made to the Hillcrest Baptist Church Building Fund, 380 Dover Road, Clarksville, TN 37042.

Online condolences may be made at NaveFuneralHomes.com.

Published in The Leaf Chronicle on February 16, 2012 
Hunley, Charles Robert 'Bob' (I18902)
 
1368 Charles Roy Thomas, age 87, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away early Saturday morning, March 13, 2021, at Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

He was born August 31, 1933, in Flora, Illinois, the son of Stanford Charles and Ethel B. (Cross) Thomas. He was united in marriage to Norma June Hunt on June 12, 1954, and together they have shared 66 wedding anniversaries.

Charles worked for the Clay City Banking Company for 19 years. He worked construction in the past and had founded and ran his own Oil Production Company for many years. He was a member of the Clay City Christian Church for 65 years where he served as a Sunday School teacher and had been involved in the construction of the church building. Charles had served on the Clay City Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars, fixing computers, and helping others with computers. He also enjoyed his winters spent in Florida with his family.

He is survived by his wife: Norma June Thomas of Clay City; a son: Phillip W. Thomas of Estero, FL; a daughter: Cheryl J. (Gary) Piontkowski of Ft. Myers, FL; 3 grandsons: Skyler T. Peterson and Dexter S. Peterson of Ft. Myers, FL, and Dustin R. (Renee’) Peterson of Avoca, NY; 2 great-granddaughters: Madelyn and Arabella Peterson of Avoca, NY; 2 brothers: Robert “Red” Thomas of Cisne, and Karl (Margaret) Thomas of Decatur; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son: Steven C. Thomas; and 2 brothers: Carroll and John Thomas.

A graveside ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Clay City Cemetery with Brian Foster and Nate Whisler officiating. 
THOMAS, Charles Roy (I32012)
 
1369 Charles Roy Thomas, age 87, of Clay City, Illinois, passed away early Saturday morning, March 13, 2021, at Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

He was born August 31, 1933, in Flora, Illinois, the son of Stanford Charles and Ethel B. (Cross) Thomas. He was united in marriage to Norma June Hunt on June 12, 1954, and together they have shared 66 wedding anniversaries.

Charles worked for the Clay City Banking Company for 19 years. He worked construction in the past and had founded and ran his own Oil Production Company for many years. He was a member of the Clay City Christian Church for 65 years where he served as a Sunday School teacher and had been involved in the construction of the church building. Charles had served on the Clay City Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on cars, fixing computers, and helping others with computers. He also enjoyed his winters spent in Florida with his family.

He is survived by his wife: Norma June Thomas of Clay City; a son: Phillip W. Thomas of Estero, FL; a daughter: Cheryl J. (Gary) Piontkowski of Ft. Myers, FL; 3 grandsons: Skyler T. Peterson and Dexter S. Peterson of Ft. Myers, FL, and Dustin R. (Renee’) Peterson of Avoca, NY; 2 great-granddaughters: Madelyn and Arabella Peterson of Avoca, NY; 2 brothers: Robert “Red” Thomas of Cisne, and Karl (Margaret) Thomas of Decatur; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son: Steven C. Thomas; and 2 brothers: Carroll and John Thomas.

A graveside ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Clay City Cemetery with Brian Foster and Nate Whisler officiating. 
THOMAS, Charles Roy (I32012)
 
1370 Charles served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Omaha General Baptist Church. Moseley, Charles D. (I39472)
 
1371 Charles T. Oestreich, age 87 years, 2 months, and 26 days, Flora, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, April 1st, 2015, at his home in Flora.

Charles was born January 6, 1928 in Centralia, Illinois, to Charles and Clara (Gutzler) Oestreich. He married Rose Mary Felton on June 20, 1948 in Centralia. Charles was a World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Army and was a lifetime member of the American Legion and the VFW. He was a carpenter and oil field operator early in his career. Later he managed the Flora Marathon Station. He retired from Henkels & McCoy in Salem, as a mechanic. Charles loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, and walking to the pond. He enjoyed reading westerns, and when his eyesight failed, he enjoyed watching them. Charles was happiest just being at home in Oskaloosa. He was of the Lutheran faith.

He is survived by his wife, Rose, and their eight chilren: Steve (Carol) Oestreich of Louisville, Debby (David) Devore of Flora, Randy (Janet) Oestreich of Kinmundy, Mark (Patty) Oestreich of Flora, Patty (Dale) Loehr of Flora, Lori (Tim) VanDyke of Hord, Tim (RaeAnn) Oestreich of Flora, and Angie (Kevin) Connell of Flora; 17 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant daughter: Cheryl, great-grandson: Bryce, two brothers, and four sisters.

A funeral service for Charles Oestreich will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will be in Oskaloosa Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Monday, April 6, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Clay County Cancer Crusaders. 
OESTREICH, Charles T. (I44389)
 
1372 Charles W. "Chuck" Burkett, 32, of Flora, IL died at 5:30 PM Saturday, April 9, 2011 at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana, IL. He was born January 5, 1979 in Flora, IL to Terry & Angela (Utley) Burkett. He married Sara Beth Hagen on April 23, 1999 in Flora. He was a mechanic at ACT Automotive and a member of the Harley Davidson Club and Monday Night Bowling League. Chuck worked 15 hours every day helping others with their vehicles. He is survived by his wife: Sara Beth Burkett of Flora; children: Lily Anna & Aiden Westfield Burkett at home; parents: Terry & Angie Burkett of Flora; maternal grandfather: Wally Utley of Clay City; paternal grandparents: Shirley & Bob Mason of Flora; brothers: Joshua Burkett & wife Lindy of Flora, Jacob Burkett & wife Laura of Salem, Jonah Burkett & wife Tricia of Flora; sister: Deanna deSa` & husband Tomaz of Flora; along with several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother (Deanna Utley) and paternal grandfather (Charles Burkett). A graveside service will be held at 10 AM Thursday (April 14, 2011) at Brush Creek Cemetery, Xenia. In honor of Chuck, the family requests casual dress. Visitation will be after 4 PM Wednesday at Frank & Bright Funeral Home.

NOTE:

32-year-old Charles W. Burkett of Flora was killed Saturday afternoon in an accident in Effingham County involving a motorcyle and a pickup. State police said a pickup, driven by 43-year-old George Sandifer of Effingham, was westbound on Dutch Lane approaching the intersection with U.S. Route 45. Police said Sandifer did not see Burkett's motorcycle and pulled into its path, causing both units to collide. Burkett and a passenger, 29-year-old Sarah Burkett of Flora, were thrown from the motorcycle. 
BURKETT, Charles W. 'Chuck' (I55122)
 
1373 Charles W. Gray, 92, of Sumner, father of Mrs. G. Vern (Georgia) Petty of Olney, died Sunday at the Richland Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Central Christian Church at Sumner with Brother Henry Boyles in charge. Interment will be in Sumner City Cemetery. Friends may call at the Sivert Funeral Home at Sumner after 6 p.m. today.

Mr. Gray was born April 7, 1880 in Marion County, Kentucky and came to Lawrence County as a young man. He was a retired farmer and for many years a resident of northwest of Sumner.

His wife, Mary, preceded him in death.

He was a member of the Central Christian Church at Sumner.

He is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Juanita Stadge of San Diego, Calif., Mrs. Evelyn Streamer of Boulder, Colorado, and Mrs. Georgia Petty of Olney; and two sons, George W. Gray of Sumner and John R. Gray of Route 1, Sumner. A sister, Mrs. Georgia Wagner of Lawrenceville and 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren, also survive.

Obit from an Olney, IL newspaper
(Obit submitted by #47276653) 
Gray, Charles Wesley (I49932)
 
1374 Charles W. Hopkins, retired hardware merchant of Clay City, Illinois, is well and favorably known at the present time as the owner of one of the "banner" farms, formerly the property of his parents, of Clay County. For fifteen consecutive years Clay City was the scene of his successful endeavors as a hardware merchant. He has not yet reached his fiftieth year, and while he has already "made good" as a citizen and a business man, many years of increased prosperity await him in his farming pursuits.

The subject of our sketch was born in Mason county. West Virginia, on January 12, 1860, and was the son of William and Adriana (Donnelly) Hopkins. Both parents were natives of old Virginia, and came of good stock.

Charles W. Hopkins remained in the parental home up to the time of his marriage which occurred on the I5th of March, 1883, with Mary E. Brissenden in Clay County, Illinois. For a number of years he lived on a farm near Clay City. In the spring o of 1886, he and his wife removed to Furnas County, Nebraska, where he purchased a farm of three hundred and twenty acres. There they remained three years, when Mrs. Hopkins returned to Clay County, Illinois, on a visit. There she died on May 2525, 1887, being buried in the Clay City cemetery. Our subject soon sold his Nebraska property and went back to live in Illinois in the fall of 1888. His marriage resulted in the birth of two girls, Adrianna, now the wife of Clayson Black, of Clalay City, who is engaged in the grocery business, and Sarah A., who lives at the family residence. Shortly after his return to Illinois, Charles W. Hopkins engaged in the hardware business in Clay City, continuing in the same for fifteen years t to a day. December 24, 1889, he married Mary Barnes, of Clay county, where she was born April 1, 1861. She was the daughter of Joseph and Ellen (Gardner) Barnes, natives of Indiana. They married in the Hoosier state and came to Illinois in 18577, settling in Clay County, where they remained until their deaths. Mrs. Barnes died December 1, 1866, aged thirty-three years. Her husband married secondly Lou Chapman, a widow, but their married life was of short duration as she died within twtwo years. Joseph Barnes died April 27, 1891, aged fifty-five years, and was buried in Xenia. His first wife was buried in Oskaloosa. They were the parents of five children, of whom two died in infancy, our subject's wife being the third in order of birth.

Charles W. Hopkins sold his hardware business on February 19, 1904, remained in Clay City until April 29, 1906, and then moved to the old homestead of his parents where he now lives. He owns approximately five hundred and seventeen acres of some of the best land in Clay County. His present married life has also been a happy one, three children having been born to him; two boys and a girl William B., Charles L. and Hazel all of whom live at home with their parents.

Our subject has always been politically a Republican and has served as Supervisor, as member of the County Board in Clay county for two years, as President of the Town Board in Clay City for three terms. He is a member of the Modern Woodmen of America, Jefferson Lodge No. 1437, at Clay City. Mrs. Hopkins is a. member of the Methodist church in Clay City, and has always taken an active part in church affairs.

Excerpt from: Biographical and Reminiscent History of Richland, Clay and Marion Counties Illinois--Pub. 1909 
Hopkins, Charles W. (I18640)
 
1375 Charles W. “C.W.” Hurd, 68, of Flora, died Thursday, May 6, 1993, at the Clay County Hospital, Flora.

Mr. Hurd was born August 4, 1924, in Clay City, the son of Charles and Laura Lambert Hurd. He married Lorraine L. Steele in 1956.

He was a heavy equipment operator, a WWII Army veteran, past (twice) commander of the Flora VFW Post, a member of the Flora American Legion, and Flora Moose Lodge. He was of the protestant faith.

Surviving are four sons, Charles Hurd Jr., Gary Hurd, Larry Hurd, and Richard W. Steele; one daughter, Mrs. Roy (Laura Kay) McCain; three sisters, Juanita Farmer, Alice Johnson, and Mrs. Sam (Dorothy) Mink; fourteen grandchildren and one great grandchild.

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

Funeral services will be held at the Frank and Bright Funeral Home, Flora.

Burial will in the Elmwood Cemetery with military rites. 
Hurd, Charles W. 'C. W.' (I51004)
 
1376 Charles was a registered physical therapist. He was a member of the Illinois Masonic Lodge for 60 years and Christ Community United Methodist Church. He was survived by his wife, Harriet, daughter Mary Dixon, sons, Charles, Leonard and Les. Arrangements were by National Cremation Society. Combs, Charles Delbert Sr. (I39802)
 
1377 Charles was the co-owner of Orgon Well Service, Clay City, and truck driver for Murphy Trucking, Fairfield. Charles was an active member of his community. He served on the Clay City Council for 18 years and was a Lions Club member. He attended the Clay City First Baptist Church. Charles was faithful in following Christ as he prepared for the Lord to call him home. FELTY, Charles E. (I32421)
 
1378 Charles was the first born child of J.O. and Susan Olivia (Robards) Berry. BERRY, Charles Mortica (I49852)
 
1379 Charles Wilkin, 81. of Monticello and formerly of Clay City, died Saturday at the Kirby Hospital in Monticello.

Graveside funeral rites were held at the Clay City cemetery.

A native of Clay City, the deceased was married to Jennie C. Patterson on April 12, 1913 at Clay City. His wife preceded him in death.

He is survived by a son, Glenn, Monticello; daughters, Mrs. Don (Edna) Bails, Charleston; Mrs. Robert (Irene) Van Rheeven, Freeport; brother, J. C., Lewistown, Mont.; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

Taken from the Olney Daily, Olney, IL, September, 1971. 
Wilkin, Charles (I11871)
 
1380 Charles William Harmon 78, died 1 Mar 1940 in Calhoun, Bonpas Twp, Richland County, IL. Harmon, Charles William 'Charley' (I40936)
 
1381 Charles “Tom” Thomas Brown, age 94 of Clay City, IL, passed away on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Aperion Care in Bridgeport. Tom was born on June 7, 1923 in Clay City Township, Clay City, IL, the eldest son of James and Marie (Hunley) Brown. He married Vida Mae Phillips on March 6, 1943 in Sailor Springs, IL. She preceded him in death on November 1, 2007.

Together, Tom and Vida Mae had three children; Shirley Osborn of Bridgeport, IL, Dale (Darla) Brown of Beebe, AR, and Philip (Synda) Brown of Clay City, IL. They were also blessed with a legacy of ten grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren.

Tom was a farmer, welder, and inventor his entire life. During the 1950’s and 1960’s, he was instrumental in conservation tillage, working with the Tennessee Valley Authority in adapting to their practices. During the 1970’s and 1980’s, he owned and operated Brown’s Welding Service, working mainly with Union Oil Company as their welder.

Tom and Vida Mae retired in 1986 and spent many years traveling and camping with many friends and neighbors. They really enjoyed dancing, playing cards, and just visiting with others. Tom never met a stranger and loved being able to help others. Tom lived a long and full life and was blessed with a loving family and many wonderful friends and neighbors. He will be missed.

Tom is survived by his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews. He is also survived by siblings Nancy and Johnny.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Vida Mae, and siblings Helen and Jimmy.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Bridgeport Senior Citizens Center or to the County Line Sodbusters.

A visitation/celebration of life will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at the Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Clay City.

Interment will be in Smith Cemetery at a later date in a private family service. 
Brown, Charles Thomas 'Tom' (I19898)
 
1382 CHARLESTON - Doris H. Easley, 88, of Charleston, formerly of Clay City, died Sunday (Aug. 6, 2000) at her residence.

Private family services will be at a later date.

She was born Aug. 5, 1912, in Clay City, the daughter of John D. and Hattie M. Brissenden Bones I. She married Gale H. Easley in 1933. He died in 1971.

Surviving are one son, Gerald Easley of Gold Hill, Ore.; one daughter, Carolyn Gail McKee of Charleston; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.

Mrs. Easley was a homemaker and member of the Clay City Methodist Church and Order of the Eastern Star. 
Bones, Doris H. (I22934)
 
1383 CHARLESTON -- Diamond Smith Pearcy Flynn Kruse Shunk 106, of Charleston, went home to be with her Heavenly Father at 3:53 a.m. on May 26, 2020.

Diamond's family invite you to her graveside service, at 11:00 a.m. on June 2, 2020, at the Janesville Cemetery. Schilling Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Diamond was born on December 25, 1913, in Decatur, Illinois. She is the eldest child of Logan and Bessie Smith. The Lord blessed Diamond with 5 children. Robert, Raymond, Bernice, Anna Mae, and baby Leroy.

She is survived by daughters Bernice Titley, and Anna Mae Lineberry and daughter-in-law Denise Pearcy. These children blessed her with 15 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 17 great-great grandchildren.

Diamond is preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Flynn, Clarence Kruse, and Ivan Shunk. Also sons, Robert Pearcy, Raymond Pearcy and wife Patsy, son baby Leroy, son-in-law Dale Titley and two grandsons Joe and Kenny Lineberry.

Diamond worked for the Kuehne factory. After retiring she made beautiful doll clothes, Barbie clothes and even people clothes. Diamond and Cecil loved traveling to flea markets to share their goods and meet people that forged lifelong friendships. One of Diamonds greatest accomplishment was building her own home in Toledo. Yet by far her greatest accomplishment was that of her family and the joy they brought to her. So many lives have been touched by this amazing woman.

Memorials may be made to Project Linus. Online condolences may be expressed at www.schillingfuneralhome.net or Schilling Funeral Home's Facebook page.

(Husband #3 - Clarence C. Kruse - marr. 3/24/1977) 
Smith, Diamond D. (I50411)
 
1384 CHARLESTON, Mo. — Maurice Lionel “Markie D” Butler, 52, died Dec. 30, 2019, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.

Born March 12, 1967, in Charleston, son of the late Willie Jarrett and Maedine Butler, he was a 1985 graduate of Charleston Public Schools and attended Three Rivers College and Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau, receiving a Bachelor of Science in criminal justice. He served as assistant camp director at the 4-H camp in Lake Wappapello. He was the co-founder of OAF social organization that promoted brotherhood and social justice awareness where he served as vice president and social events director. He attended Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church in Charleston. He was employed with Susanna Wesley Family Learning Center in Charleston where he supervised youth summer job programs and tutored students at the Bowden Center in Charleston. His last employment was with the Lincoln University Extension Charleston Outreach Center as a community outreach worker.

On Jan. 11, 2013, he married LaWanda Moore, who survives of the home in Charleston.

Other survivors include: one daughter, Makala Butler of Charleston; five brothers, Willie Jarrett and Chris Booker of Charleston, David Butler of Joliet, Illinois, Malcolm Jarrett of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Wilbur Moore of Las Vegas, Nevada; and five sisters, Gloria Taylor of Campbellville, Kentucky, Barbara Stovall and Angela Moore of Charleston, Sheila Brown of Davenport, Iowa, and Letitia Wortham of Mokena, Illinois.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents; and one brother, Curtis Neal.

Visitation is from noon until service time at 1 p.m. Friday at the Bowden Center in Charleston with Arthur Cassell, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery near Charleston with the Williams Funeral Home of Charleston in charge of arrangements. 
JARRETT, Maurice Lionel 'Markie D.' (I50716)
 
1385 Charley, left a cripple from smallpox, grew to manhood, taught school, but died young of T.B. Baldwin, Charley (I3304)
 
1386 Charlie died in a tragic automobile accident. Sunday, Charles W. 'Charlie' (I15801)
 
1387 Charlie E. Crites, 88, of Olney, died at 5:55 p.m., Wednesday, June 18, 1997, at Burgin Manor Nursing Home in Olney. CRITES, Charlie Edward (I25075)
 
1388 Charlie was better known as "Poppy" by close friends. He graduated from Fairfield Community High School in 1954. He spend most of his adult life working in the oil fields. Throughout his career he worked for Don Durr, National Oil Well, E.O.A. Mann, and Charlie's Pump Shop with Randy Mitchell. For more than 50 years, his name has been well known in the oil community in Southern Illinois. Lemons, Charles Franklin 'Charlie' (I326)
 
1389 Charlie worked for the City of Flora for 31 years retiring in 2003 as an operator and he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time as his Trago Lake cabin. Workman, Charles Lee (I41340)
 
1390 Charlotte loved spending time doing crossword puzzles and in her garden. She had beautiful flower beds that she took great pride in. Christmas was a favorite time of year of Charlotte’s. Everything was always decorated beautifully for the season and Christmas was always a big deal in their household. She cooked and baked year round all sorts of goodies, but during this time of year she spent hours in the kitchen, making homemade candies to take to family and friends at different holiday gatherings. Carrell, Charlotte (I37388)
 
1391 Charlotte was the daughter of John Potter & Rachel Thompson Potter; she married James Bothwell on Dec 06, 1810 in New Geneva, Pennsylvania. Charlotte & James were the parents of: Mariah (born Feb 13, 1812), Rachel (b June 15, 1813), Catherine (b Jan 15, 1815), John Thompson (b Sept 25, 1816), James Kimble (b Apr 20, 1818), Alexander William (b May 30, 1820), Ezra (Zara Costen)(fag#55643767) (b Apr 17, 1822), George Benson (b Feb 28, 1824), Ezra Potter (b Nov 03, 1825), Samuel Hagan (b June 18, 1827), and Henry Clay (b Dec 13, 1833).

According to an obituary her year of birth is 1798:
"Mrs. Caroline Bothwell, the oldest person and oldest resident of this county, died at the residence of her son, Ezra P. Bothwell, in McArthur, at 12 o'clock Saturday, in her eighty ninth year. She was born in Fayette county, Pennsylvania, in January, 1798, was the daughter of John Potter, and was married to James 1810, with whom she had lived in the State of Maryland until 1814, when they moved to this county, sixty-one years ago.
Her husband died in 1861. She lived to see her fifth generation, and was the mother of eight sons and three daughters." 
Potter, Charlotte (I29412)
 
1392 Chas. Clawson, 85, died at his farm home in Freemont township, Hamilton county, Sunday June 3rd.

Funeral services were at Wilson's Chapel Wednesday June 6, 1945, with Rev. Clarence W. Tompkins in charge of the service. Mrs. Ethyle Shoenhair sang old favorites which he liked and Mrs. George DeForest accompanied.

Charles Clawson, the son of Oliver and Elizabeth Clawson was born at Hamilton, Ohio October 7, 1859. At the age of seven he moved with his parents to Clay City, Ill. Here he was married to Mary Gaylor in Pratt county on March 4, 1886. To their home were born two daughters, Jessie May, who is deceased, and Mrs. Lena Alberta Stanford, of Woolstock, and two sons, William R. of Algona, and Frank R. of Olympia, Wash.

He also has the following grandchildren, Ronieva Segar, Hester Stanford, Norma Brandon, Lois Clawson, William Clawson, Mary Lou Clawson, and two great grandchildren, Marcia Segar and Barbara Ann Brandon.

He moved to Wright county in 1917. Later he moved to the farm where he spent the last 22 years of his life, until June 3, 1945.

Mrs. Clawson passed on in 1925.

W. R. Clawson of Industry, Ill. is the only surviving brother of a family of 11 children.

He had been connected with the Methodist and United Brethren churches.

He was a friendly, genial, kindly man. He loved his family, trusted his God, and lived contentedly even to the last peaceful days.

Source: EAGLE GROVE EAGLE, June 7, 1945, page 1 
Clawson, Charles (I53263)
 
1393 Chassie L. Toliver, 84, Rt. 2, Noble died Monday at 9 a.m. at Richland Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Shelby County, III, Dec. 18, 1893 to John T. and Mary Corley Jones. She married Everett Toliver Dec. 31, 1913 at Tower Hill, Ill. He died March 31, 1977.

Survivors include sons, Mason of Noble and William of Overbrook, Kan.; a brother, Howard I. Jones, Springfield; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be at the Glenwood Church with Bro. Bill Rennels officiating. Burial will be in Hanna Cemetery in rural Noble. Visitation will be at the Cardascio Funeral Home, Noble.

Mrs. Toliver was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a sister, and two brothers.

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

Contributor: Barbara Bromm (47643809) • tgram63@outlook.com 
JONES, Chassie E. (I42663)
 
1394 Cherished Memory, Map 12, Lot 3691, Space 2 Ellis, Grace (I52091)
 
1395 Cherokee Indian Princess. MOTHER, Cherokee (I5340)
 
1396 Cherrie has been estranged from the family for years. Last we heard she was in a nursing home in St. Louis, Illinois with diabetes and missing a leg. We are pretty sure she is deceased. HOLCOMB, Cherrie Kay (I20165)
 
1397 Cheryl Lynn Eastin 59 of Flora, Illinois passed away 9AM Sunday March 20, 2011 at the Clay County Hospital in Flora.

She was born January 15th, 1952 at Fairfield, Illinois the daughter of Clairon and Jean (Burgess) Miller. On August 30th, 1974 she married Kenneth Wayne Eastin, Jr. in Flora, Illinois.

She was a Charter Member of the Women of the Moose, Academy of Friendship, Green Cap and College of Regions all of Moose Chapter 1937 of Flora, Illinois. Member of First Southern Baptist Church of Flora, Illinois Readiness Group of the Illinois National Guard, Clay County Day Care Association Charter Member and President.

For over 20 years Cheryl provided Child Dare Care for numerous area families. She was a volunteer for many area Community Organizations, Fundraisers, Community Events and operated the local concession for the Flora Summer Jr. League Recreation and the Clay County Fair Concession for many years. Cheryl was a friend to all and was quick to help anyone in need. She enjoyed quilting, floral arranging and design, crafting, custom embroidery and sewing.

Survivors include her husband Kenneth "Wayne" Eastin, Jr., Sons Steve (Stacie) Eastin, Scott (Terri) Sullens, Father Clairon Miller, Brother Jerry Miller and Seven Grandchildren.

Her mother Jean Miller preceded Cheryl in death in 1993.

Services for Cheryl Lynn Eastin were held at the First Southern Baptist Church Flora, Illinois.

Burial was in the Dillman Cemetery in Sailor Springs, Illinois.

Memorials to the Family of Cheryl Lynn Eastin. Envelopes will be availabe at the church. 
Miller, Cheryl Lynn (I19692)
 
1398 Chester Lee "Chet" Mears, 81, Clinton, died at 6:05 p.m. Wednesday (March 4, 2009) at Dr. John Warner Hospital, Clinton.

He was born Aug. 2, 1927 in Kenney, son of Arnold and Cora York Mears. He married Eleanor June Miller on May 7, 1949 in Kenney.

He is survived by his wife, Eleanor J. Mears, Clinton; one daughter, Jeanette "Jan" (Larry) Winebrinner, Clinton; one granddaughter, Hillari (Jeff) Harrold, DeWitt; one grandson, Andrew "Roob" Winebrinner, Clinton; great-grandchildren, Megan and Wesley Harrold; one sister, Mildred Maddox, Clinton and one brother, Howard Mears, Kenney.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Denver Wayne "Duke" Mears; two brothers and one sister.

He was a member of the First Christian Church of Clinton.

He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean conflict. He was a member of Kenney American Legion Post and the Clinton VFW Post. He was retired from Eureka Williams Co. of Bloomington.

Pantagraph, The (Bloomington, IL) - Friday, March 6, 2009 
Mears, Chester Lee 'Chet' (I16198)
 
1399 Chester Lee of 1101 E. Main St., Olney, passed away early this morning at the Richland Memorial Hospital.

Mr. Lee was born January 22, 1889 in Clay County, a son of Richard and Belle (Blackledge) Lee.

He was first married to Addie Pettijohn, who preceded him in death. He was later united in marriage with Ola Hossel, who survives him.

He moved from Clay County to Olney, where he served four terms as Richland County Circuit Clerk, and headed the ticket in each election. In his first election he won by a 1600 vote majority, and he won his last election by a 2700 vote majority. Before being elected Circuit Clerk he served two years as Richland County Deputy Sheriff.

He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Olney, and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

Surviving are his wife, Ola; two sons, Ronald of Worthington, Ind., and Robert of West Salem; two daughters, Mrs. Gerald (Claribel) Benson of Olney and Mrs. Homer (Louise) Bean of Findley, Ohio; a brother, Jimmy Lee of Mattoon; and a sister, Mrs. Jennie Herdes of Clay City. Also surviving are 17 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

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

Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Chapel of the Zirkle Mortuary. Interment will be in Haven Hill Cemetery.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.

Obit from an Olney, IL newspaper 
Lee, Chester Arthur (I28234)
 
1400 Chester Lee of 1101 E. Main St., Olney, passed away early this morning at the Richland Memorial Hospital. LEE, Chester Arthur (I24373)
 

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