Notes: Carl Wayne Gray Genealogies

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8151	Russell E. Heath of rural Dundas died about 7 p.m Friday as the result of injuries in an auto accident north Olney.	Heath, Russell Earl (I39512)
8152	Russell Hosselton, 95, of Olney, passed away at 9:00 p.m. Sunday, December 18, 2016 at Burgin Manor in Olney.	Hosselton, Russell (I36890)
8153	Russell J. Chaplin, 78, Rt. 4, Olney, died at 12:50 p.m. Saturday April 3, 1982, in Richland Memorial Hospital.	Chaplin, Russell J. (I25483)
8154	Russell M. Hall, age 50, a former resident of the Passport community, passed away suddenly at San Francisco, CA, last Friday. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Pearl Hall of Noble; three brothers, Elmo Hall of Urbana, Robert Hall of Clay City, and Pearlie Hall of Staunton; two sisters, Mrs. Bessie Cazel of Noble and Mrs. Evelyn Wakefield of Wakefield, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Tuesday in the Passport Methodist church with Rev. H. E. Dickey officiating. Burial was in the Wesley cemetery at Passport. Published in the Olney Advocate, Thursday, Jan 12, 1950.	HALL, Russell M. (I28121)
8155	Russell Mckinney born and raised on the farm outside Sailor Springs,married Ruby Ileen Rinehart on April 8th 1939 in St.Louis Mo. Russell called Ruby "susie'. They had 2 daughters Beverly S. and Judy F. Mckinney. Russell was the son of Mike Mckinney and Celestia McKinney of Sailor Springs. Russell was a brother to Ellorea, Grace, Katy, Jimmy and Norma. Russell worked for Pure Oil Company at the time of his death. Russell and Ruby lived in Bunnyville. He was bouncer when younger at the "Bloody Bucket" on week-ends between Clay City and Sailor Springs. Ruby is buried next to Elmer Thompson at Orchard Cemetery, Louisville, Illinois.	MCKINNEY, Russell Loran (I34279)
8156	Russell V. Brewer, 54, a lifelong resident of Southeast Olney township, was found dead at the family residence yesterday evening. The Sheriff and Coroner's office investigated. Coroner Bob Schaub said that the death was apparently the result of self-inflicted gunshot wounds. Born in Richland County, Mr. Brewer was the son of Lyman Brewer and Bessie F. Fiock Brewer. He was an active member of the Ebenezer community and a long time member of the Ebenezer Methodist Church. Mr. Brewer formerly operated a feed store on South Whittle Avenue. He was married to Thelma Mae Smith on May 1, 1937. She survives him. Also surviving are a son and two daughters: Carl Brewer of Olney, Miss Nancy Brewer of Deerfield Park, Fla., and Mrs. Sandra Lange of Gibson City. There are three grandchildren, Chuck, Cathy and Tina Jo Brewer. Other survivors are his father Lyman Brewer of Olney, and two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Lois Kimmel, Mrs. Catherine Campbell and Paul Brewer, all of Olney. He was preceded in death by his mother, a son Monte Ray and a brother Clarence.	BREWER, Russell Vincent (I16297)
8157	Russell V. Brewer, 54, a lifelong resident of Southeast Olney township, was found dead at the family residence yesterday evening. The Sheriff and Coroner's office investigated. Coroner Bob Schaub said that the death was apparently the result of self-inflicted gunshot wounds.	BREWER, Russell Vincent (I16297)
8158	Russell was a fan and supporter of all Flora High School sporting events. He attended all the games and his presence was missed when he was no longer able to attend. He also enjoyed traveling and taking yearly vacations. Russell worked for over 30 years at the Flora Eagles Lodge and was a member of Flora First Church of God.	Guinn, Russell O. (I17357)
8159	Russell was a field operator, working for Phillips Petroleum Company, retiring after 36 years. He was a World War II Army veteran serving in the European Theater, and attended the Free Methodist Church of Olney.	Hosselton, Russell (I36890)
8160	Ruth Adelaide Hastings, 84, of rural Louisville, IL entered her heavenly home at 4:04 PM, Friday, April 30, 2010, at the age of 84 years 3 months and 26 days. She was born northeast of Flora, IL on January 4, 1926 to Walter F. and Katie (Howell) Cox. She married Robert L. Hastings on January 23, 1949. He survives along with their two sons: Jack and Warren Dale Hastings; two grandsons: Kevin L. and Travis W. Hastings; a brother: John S. Cox. Also surviving are six nieces, three nephews, several great-nieces and great-nephews, and a host of friends. Mrs. Hastings was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters (Ruby E. Cox, Martha K. Jennings, and Mary L. Dennis), and a brother (Charles W. Cox). Mrs. Hastings loved spending time with her family and helping others. Known for her cooking, and baking, especially her cinnamon rolls, she had recipes published in a national magazine, "Taste of Home". Also, she and her husband were known for their produce, which was shared with family, many neighbors, and friends. She was also a great seamstress and a crafter. Prior to her marriage she was book keeper in Fairfield and then managed the Hornsby's 5&10 Cent Store in Flora. She was a member of the Louisville United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years and attended faithfully, including the Sunday before she suffered a stroke on early Monday morning that called her home. She was member of the Homemaker's Extension Association for 60 years, and at the time of her death she was serving her unit, M.F. & I., as president. She was member of the Clay County Farm Bureau Women's Committee and the Unit 1 Garden Club. She also spent many hours with the American Red Cross blood drives as a volunteer and as a blood donor. She will be greatly missed. Funeral services were held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home, Flora, with Rev. Brad Henson and Rev. Mark Nowakawski officiating. The music was provided by Kevin and Travis Hastings. Following the service she was laid to rest in Dillman Cemetery, Sailor Springs, IL. Memorials to American Red Cross.	COX, Ruth Adelaide (I53936)
8161	Ruth Alene (Montgomery) Hasler Monday, February 20, 2017 Ruth Alene (Montgomery) Hasler of Bloomfield passed away Feb. 16, 2017 at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington. She was born in Shoals on Aug. 1, 1932 to Lonzo and Gail (Ross) Montgomery. Ruth graduated from Shoals High School. She married Henry Hasler of Bloomfield on April 26, 1957. Ruth Retired from Crane N.A.D. in 1987. She was a member of the Mineral United Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Mineral Ladies aid and N.A.R.F.E. Ruth loved to travel with friends and made many trips all over the country. One of the things Ruth was noted for was sending cards for for every occasion. She spent a lot of time visiting the sick and elderly shut ins. She is survived by her husband, Henry; son, William Hasler and wife Debbie of Bloomfield; daughter, Norma Turner and husband Jack of Mitchell; grandchildren, Brittany (Wyatt) LeGrand of Bloomfield; Derek and fiancé Jane Michael of Bloomfield; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Charles Montgomery; two half sisters, Etta Denny and Bernice Survance. Funeral services	Montgomery, Ruth Alene (I19064)
8162	Ruth Ann Burgener, 86, of Olney passed away November 10, 2021 at Helia Healthcare Evergreen in Effingham. Ruth was born December 8, 1934 in Bucyrus, OH to Jasper and Mildred (Foos) Hill. She married Harold M Burgener on May 29, 1966 in Caledonia, OH. Harold preceded her in death on December 26, 1988. Ruth enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was very proud of her snowmen collection and enjoyed decorating her home for each season. Ruth was a very open and friendly person and never met a stranger. Ruth Ann Burgener is survived by son, Ricki Schmidt and wife Wanda of Lynchburg, VA; son, Dennis Schmidt and wife Jennifer of Concord, VA; daughter, Rachelle Reed of Watson, IL; grandchildren, Ricki (Jennifer) Schmidt, Stacie (Chris Kuhland) Cavin, Ashley (Jeremy) Dake, Stephanie (Ryan) Windhorst, Tyler (Kristin) Schmidt, Chase (Mackayla) Schmidt, Mindy (Jeff) Maurer, and Karie (Patrick) Kieffer; great grandchildren, Parker Schmidt, Audrey Schmidt, Johnny Cavin, Wyatt Cavin, Easton Dake, Reeslyn Dake, Jackson Windhorst, Maddox Windhorst, Emma Maurer, and Noah Maurer; longtime friend, Penny Hoezle and family. She was preceded in death by parents; husband; special companion, Millard Chaney; and brother, Robert Eugene Hill. Interment will take place on at Saron Cemetery.	HILL, Ruth Ann (I51214)
8163	Ruth Ann Welty, 64, of Flora, IL died at 11:30 AM Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at her home in Flora. She was born November 5, 1943 in Flora to John & Ruby (Smith) Welty. During her life she worked at Flora International Shoe and Cargill and her memberships include the following: Bethlehem Christian Church, Flora Eagles Auxiliary and Flora American Legion Auxiliary. Ruth Ann was an avid mushroom hunter, enjoyed bingo and was always providing for others. She is survived by her brother: Dr. Steve Welty & wife Ruthie of Louisville; sister: Linda Boyd & husband Donnie of Clay City; foster children: Michael & Stacy Pruitt of Flora; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. Graveside services will be held at 11 AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Rusk Cemetery in rural Flora. It will be followed by a gathering at Bethlehem Christian Church. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Christian Church and may be received at Frank & Bright Funeral Home who is in charge of arrangements.	Welty, Ruth Ann (I20483)
8164	Ruth attended school at Central Grade School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois, and East Richland High School, Olney, Richland County, Illinois. Nella Ruth Cornwell Obituary Here is Nella Ruth Cornwells obituary. Please accept Echovitas sincere condolences. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Nella Ruth Cornwell of Lawrenceville, Illinois, who passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Nella Ruth Cornwell or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. She was predeceased by : her parents, Barbara House (McDowell) and Francis House. She is survived by : her husband Jim; her son Tanner Ray Cornwell; her grandchildren, Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell; and her brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois.. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Calvary Apostolic Church (IL-250, Lawrenceville, IL 62439). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 8th 2022 at 11:00 AM at the same location. Source: https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/il/lawrenceville/nella-ruth-cornwell-14123899 ========== Nella Ruth Cornwell 67 of Lawrenceville passed away at Wabash General Hospital, Mt. Carmel, Illinois. She was born on October 6, 1954 to Barbara (McDowell) and Francis House in Olney, Illinois. Ruth married the love of her life James Jim Cornwell in 1980 and he survives. She was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker. Ruth was a very dedicated member of the Calvary Apostolic Church. She is survived by loving husband Jim, her loving children Tanner Ray Cornwell of Lawrenceville Tabitha Joe Rego and husband Caleb of Robinson, Illinois, 5 grandchildren Neveah Rego, Nella Rego, Hunter Cornwell, Kaley Cornwell and Lydia Cornwell and 1 brother Clay House of Olney, Illinois. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents. The Memorial Service for Ruth will be at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 with a visitation starting at 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the Calvary Apostolic Church in Lawrenceville with Pastor Donaldson officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Olney Maple Dale Cemetery. Source: https://www.glasserfh.com/obituary/nella-cornwell	House, Nella Ruth (I311)
8165	Ruth Conley, 81, of Clay City, died February 21, 1991, at the Richland Memorial Hospital. Miss Conley was born May 5, 1905 in North Carolina. She was a store clerk and a member of the Clay City Baptist Church. She is survived by a beloved best friend, Pearl Conour. She was preceded in death by her adopted mother, Mary Conley. Funeral services were held at the Clay City Baptist Church with the Rev. Charlie Allen officiating. Burial was in the Clay City Cemetery. Memorials to the Clay City Baptist Church. Hosselton, Bookhout-Engelmeier Funeral Home in Clay City was in charge of arrangements.	CONLEY, Ruth V. (I29883)
8166	Ruth embraced helping others, self-improvement, and using her creativity, but she is especially remembered as a loving and encouraging mom who volunteered as a Brownie troop leader for her daughters and truly treasured recent years with her grandkids and great-grandchildren. She enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in a hospital, and was later employed by the State of Illinois. She returned to college later in life and earned a bachelors degree with honors from Western Illinois University. Fishing, mushroom hunting, reading, and artistry in painting, pottery, and other materials were all things that Ruth enjoyed. She looked forward to family get-togethers, and could spend hours playing Canasta and all sorts of games involving dice and cards.	Ferguson, Ruth Ann (I41874)
8167	Ruth H. Clinton, 90, of Olney passed away Sunday evening, October 25, 2020 from complications of Covid-19 at Richland Nursing & Rehab in Olney. Ruth Helen (Zerkel) Clinton was born on June 2, 1930 in Clay County to Clarna G. and Agnes (Gross) Zerkel. She attended Pleasant Dale country school in Pixley Township, Clay County. She also attended Noble High School. After graduation in 1948, she worked at Clay County Farm Bureau in Louisville, IL until her marriage to James T. Clinton on March 30, 1951. She lived in Noble, IL until July 1982 when she and James moved to Olney. Ruth was a very talented seamstress and passed on her love of sewing to both of her daughters. She worked at Musgrove Apparel doing alterations for 7 years and did clothing alterations at home for 20 years. She also worked at Kex Products for 18 years. She was a long-time member of Freedom Baptist Church north of Noble, where she served as pianist for several years. Her children have many fond memories of sitting with her at the piano, singing church hymns and childrens songs. Ruth was a wonderful cook and enjoyed making big meals for her family. Her children and many others especially loved her homemade pies. Her husband James (Jim) Taylor Clinton preceded her in death on May 10, 2012. She is survived by son Richard (Karen) of Olney, daughter Janice of Olney, daughter Brenda (Steve) Francis of Olney, and son Paul D. (Sherry) of Wheeler, IL. Five grandchildren: Eric Francis, David (Dawn) Francis and Amy (Ben) Snowden, Abby (Dustin) Phillips, and Taylor Clinton. Two step-grandchildren: Tom (Angela) Courtney and Allen (Lena) Courtney Five great -grandchildren: Emmett and Auri Francis, Rhett and Beckett Phillips, and Murphy Snowden. Seven step-great-grandchildren: Hailey and Emalee Courtney, and Shyam, Brooklyn, and Madison Courtney. She is also survived by 2 nephews and 2 nieces. Besides her husband James, she was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Corporal Herbert Zerkel and brother, Melvin Zerkel. Memorials in Ruths honor can be made to Carmi Baptist Childrens Home, c/o Freedom Baptist Church. There will be a Drive Thru Visitation from 12-1 PM at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home. A private family service will be held at 1:00 PM. Burial will be at the North Freedom Cemetery following the service. Family and friends are invited to attend the graveside service at North Freedom Cemetery. Anyone wishing to attend the burial service is requested to wear a mask and maintain social distancing, per the family request.	Zerkel, Ruth H. (I40713)
8168	Ruth Hawley, 59, Oblong, died last Thursday in her home. Services were held in the Pulliam Funeral Home in Oblong. Mrs. Hawley was born Oct. 28, 1922 in Noble, the daughter of Charles and Dora (Denning) Hance. She married John Hawley in 1946 and he survives. She was a member of Dogwood United Methodist Church in Oblong. Other survivors include a son, Monty, Robinson; a daughter, Mrs. Howard (Carla) Griffith, Glenwood; two brothers, Leslie Hance, Noble; Paul Hance, Peoria; four sisters, Mrs. Ken (Wanda) Fessler, Noble; Mrs. Mewis (Evelyn) Delonshaw, Clay City; Mrs. Harold (Stella) Smith, Clay City; and Mrs. Georgia Leifers, Argenta; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Taken from the Olney Daily Mail, Olney, IL April 15, 1982.	HANCE, Ruth J. (I19263)
8169	Ruth Irene Crane, 92, of Olney, died at 11:03 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 2010, at Burgin Manor in Olney. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney with Reverend Father Jerry Wirth officiating. Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery in rural Claremont. Mrs. Crane was born November 19, 1917, in Richland County, the daughter of Albert Henry and Ethel Arvilla (Shipley) Ledeker. She married Joseph Maurice Crane on June 11, 1947. He preceded her in death on April 8, 1997. She had worked at International Shoe Factory, Norge Factory and a timekeeper at AMF. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney and Richland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Mrs. Crane is survived by her sister-in-law, Velma Hussman, of Iowa; sister-in-law, Kathryn Eckstein, of Battle Creek, Mich.; sister-in-law, Ella Mae Ledeker, of Olney; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Henry and Ethel Arvilla Ledeker; husband, Joseph Maurice Crane; four brothers, Ray Ledeker, Byrl Ledeker, Ivan Ledeker and Lloyd Ledeker; and sisters, Opal Craig and Agnes Bratton and infant sister, Rosa Mae Ledeker. Olney Daily Mail	Ledeker, Ruth Irene (I55209)
8170	Ruth Keortge, 83, of West Salem, died at 7:40 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 1993, at General Baptist Nursing Home in Mt. Carmel.	Clodfelter, Ruth (I37901)
8171	Ruth Lame, 74, of West Salem, died at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 1994, at Burgin Manor in Olney.	MISNER, Ruth Irene (I23773)
8172	Ruth Laura CAILTEUX, 85, of Clay City, died at 5:13 p.m., Monday, Sept. 25, 2006, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Ind. Mrs. CAILTEUX was born May 10, 1921 in Clay City, the daughter of Raymond "Bob" and Ethel Eileene (RODGERS) ABBOTT. She married William H. CAILTEUX on Sept. 22, 1940 in Noble. He preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 1996. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Clay City Church of God. Survivors include one sister, Katie BROWN of Aurora; one brother, William ABBOTT of Elgin; two uncles, Roy RODGERS of Olney, and Harold ABBOTT of Clay City; one aunt, Lorena Dehart of Clay City; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, and two brothers, Lloyd and Albert. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City, with Pastor Rob BOWKER and the Rev. John SPEARS officiating. Burial will be in the Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday (tonight) at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Clay City Church of God.	Abbott, Laura Ruth (I415)
8173	Ruth Marie (Blank) Coan, 76 of Kalkaska, MI passed away on August 21, 2020 surrounded by her children and grandchildren due to injuries sustained in a house fire the morning of August 19, 2020. She was born to the late Theodore and Irene (Wagner) Blank on December 10, 1943 in Olney, IL. Ruth was one of eight children. Ruth and her late husband Phillip enjoyed hosting the National Trout Festival childrens trout pond at their home the last weekend in April. This year would have been the 14th year they would have hosted. Yellow roses were her favorite flower and she enjoyed canning with her daughters or playing Shanghai with the family. Ruth was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Ruth is survived by her son, Vern (Lori) Coan, of Kalkaska; daughters, Robin (George) Gipson, of Merrillville, Indiana, and Lois (Jim) Nation, of Kalkaska; grandchildren, Chadwick Duran, Alicia Thayer, of Fife Lake; Gavin Coan, Levi Nation, Garrett Coan, Katherine Nation and Nicholas Coan, all of Kalkaska; great grandchildren, Eli Thayer, Lucas Thayer, Margaret Thayer-Duran of Fife Lake; siblings, Rosemary Wilkinson, Margaret Blank of New Harmony, IN; Theresa (John) Bowlby, Paul (Clara) Blank of Olney, IL; brother in law and sister in law, Lawrence and Janice Coan of Mancelona, MI, and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip E. Coan; daughter, Margaret Peggy S. Duran; mother, Irene (Wagner) Blank; father, Theodore Blank; brothers, Robert Blank, Daniel Blank, Ronald Blank; and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law. A celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday September 26, 2020 in Kalkaska MI at St Marys of the Woods Catholic Church from 10 am to 1pm. Services will be at 10:00 a.m., a small luncheon will immediately follow until 1:00 p.m. Church services will require a mask, with the luncheon held outside at the pavilion on premise. In Lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations to help rebuild. Arrangements provided by Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home.	Blank, Ruth Marie (I33463)
8174	Ruth Marie (Blank) Coan, 76 of Kalkaska, MI passed away on August 21, 2020 surrounded by her children and grandchildren due to injuries sustained in a house fire the morning of August 19, 2020.	Blank, Ruth Marie (I33463)
8175	Ruth Prichard, 93, Bridgeport, formerly of Noble, died 11:08 a.m. Monday, Oct. 17, 1988, in Bridgeport Terrace Nursing Center.	Travis, Ruth Cleo (I32109)
8176	Ruth R. Shipley, age 97 of Olney, IL passed away on March 15, 2014 in Olney, IL	Rickner, Ruth Rellia (I19370)
8177	RUTH STEELE, 77, of Flora, Illinois passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017, at her residence in Flora.	Family: Steele, Barney G. / Williams, Ruth Marie (F17143)
8178	Ruth Vernadine Wease, 93, of West Liberty, passed away on on February 24, 2020 in Olney, IL.	SCAMMAHORN, Ruth Vernadine (I2926)
8179	Ruth was a faithful member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Noble, IL. She enjoyed playing the harmonica and organ and took pleasure in listening to music. Ruth was a very talented artist and enjoyed creating beautiful oil-based paintings. In her younger years she could be found in her garden planting gladiolas, peonies, and enjoying fresh strawberries and tomatoes. Ruth was kind and always had a smile on her face and a cheerful greeting to anyone she met.	SCAMMAHORN, Ruth Vernadine (I2926)
8180	Ruth was an accomplished artist; her specialties were oil and water painting.	Rice, Amy Ruth (I37719)
8181	Ruth was an elementary teacher for the Unit 35 School in Flora, IL for over 20 years. She enjoyed oil painting nature scenes and was an avid huntress. She was a member of Bloom Baptist Church and Women of the Outdoors. She loved to travel the world and her favorite place was Jerusalem.	Williams, Ruth Marie (I46339)
8182	Ruth, 69, passed away at her home. She was the daughter of Forest and Mary Jane (Scott) Felger. On Aug 5, 1972, she married Charles Elmer White, who survives at the residence. Also surviving are a son, Christian (Candice) White; two daughters: Joy (Christopher) Millay and Faith (Joshua) Lanam; three brothers: Charles (Melody), Max (Linda) and Mark (Ann) Felger; two adoptive sisters; three step-siblings; and five grandchildren. Deceased are two children: Stephanie Marie and Carrie Robin; her guardians: Walter and Agnes Becher; and parents-in-law: Charles Philip and Helen Jean White. She worked for the Parkway Local School District and Mercer County Educational Service Center and was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church. She was intensely committed to her work supporting children. She served students with multiple disabilities as an aide on buses and in classrooms, caring for each of them deeply. She shared her faith at Zion as a Sunday School teacher, a youth group leader, and the long-standing arts and crafts director for Vacation Bible School. She led by example as a woman of faith and integrity. When younger, she enjoyed playing the piano and singing as a member of the Lutherannies. Throughout her life, she delighted in crafting and sewing, sharing her love of reading with her children and grandchildren, listening to 1960s tunes and WBCL, writing poetry, playing Euchre with her family, completing word and sudoku puzzles, sharing old photos and passing on family stories, and playing with her grandchildren. Services will be at Zion Lutheran Church. Graveside service will be at Zion's cemetery.	FELGER, Ruth (I50594)
8183	Ruthie Faye Osborne, 92, of Springfield, MO passed away peacefully on Monday April 8, 2019 at Republic Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Clay City, Illinois on March 7, 1927 to Jasper and Mary (Grey) . Ruth was a clerk for the Mark Twain Department of Forestry and drove a truck cross-country for 17 ½ years. She was an excellent crocheter, and avid reader and she also loved to knit. She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, a grandson; Corey and a son-in-law Al Stuckey. Left to mourn her passing is her daughters; Mary Stuckey and Sandy Zumwalt and husband Brad, grandson Nick and wife Shannon, great granddaughter Madi, a brother; Robert Lynn Grey and wife Phyllis. Entombment was private in the Mausoleum at Rivermonte Memorial Gardens.	Gray, Ruthie Faye 'Ruth' (I11)
8184	Ryan Bandy, age 35, of St. Louis, Missouri, formerly of Flora, Illinois passed away Sunday, March 2, 2014 at St. Alexius Hospital in St. Louis. Ryan was born May 1, 1978 in Olney, Illinois to Carl W. and Brenda L. (Kittle) Bandy. He was a member of the F.H.S Class of '96 and attended E.I.U. Ryan worked as an information systems analyst for Sylogistics, working in the BJC Health Center facilities. From an early age, Ryan was interested in computers and went on to make it a career. He had a special relationship with his nephew Rayce and was baptized in the Southern Baptist Church. He is survived by his parents: Carl and Brenda Bandy; sister: Kassi (Ben) Michels; maternal grandmother: Mary Kittle; paternal grandmother: Norma Dean; aunts and uncles: Connie (Gayle) Osborne, Patty (Charlie) Peters, Christine (Steve) Hosselton, Gary (Sherrie) Kittle , John (Janet) Bandy, and Christine Norman; along with many cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather (Lawrence Kittle), paternal grandfathers (Guy Bandy and Wid Dean), and a cousin (Andrea Weiler). The funeral service for Ryan Bandy was held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment was in Floral Garden of Memories. The family has suggested that memorial donations be made to Fur A Good Paws, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Clay County Cancer Crusaders.	BANDY, Ryan (I52571)
8185	Ryan Boyer's reseach shows he was born in Tuscarawas County, Ohio	FROCK, John (I6841)
8186	Ryan Boyer's research shows he died in Williams County, Ohio	Frock, Jacob (I6837)
8187	Ryan Boyer's research shows he died on November 8, 1915 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan.	Richardson, Washington (I6843)
8188	Ryan Boyer's research shows he was buried in Toelken Cemetery, Greene County, Arkansas. I found a Talken Cemetery with Michael Frock listed, but no useable information.	FROCK, Michael M. (I6100)
8189	S Side Ad, Block 1, Lot 56, Grave #3	BRYAN, Rochelle (I50292)
8190	S Side Ad, Block 3, Lot 12, Grave #2	LENTS, Mary Catherine (I34026)
8191	S. Side Ad, Block 3, Lot 33, Grave #3	Coble, Emory Meryl (I26710)
8192	S.Side Ad Block 1, Lot 7, Grave 4	Borah, James C. 'Jimmy' Jr. (I43236)
8193	s.side ad block 2 lot 18 grave #3	Neese, Leona Belle (I33186)
8194	s.side ad block 2 lot 18 grave #4	Thomas, Adelbert Lavariette 'Delbert' (I33185)
8195	S.Side Ad. Blk 3 Lot 32 Grave #3	PRIDE, Anna Louise (I52110)
8196	S3-L975-G4	GHOLSON, Albert (I20075)
8197	Sadie (or Sarah) was baptized in St. John's Lutheran Church. Census: 1900 Union Township, Greene County, Arkansas	FROCK, Sarah 'Sadie' L. (I8972)
8198	Sadie died at 10:00 pm, Friday, April 7, 2000 in Folsom, California. In accordance with her wishes, no formal funeral services were held. As a child, she attended the McCawley School and the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Decker Township.	Worrell, Sadie (I5178)
8199	Sadie M. Esser October 30, 1921 ~ July 4, 2020 (age 98) Obituary Sadie M. Esser, NEE Crackel, 98 , of Washington, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on July 4, 2020. Sadie was born to the late Walter and Bertha Crackel on October 30, 1921 in Clay City, IL. She graduated from Clay City High School in 1939. She went on to enter the DePaul School of Nursing and graduated as an R.N. in 1942. Sadie worked at Salem Memorial Hospital then moved to Los Angeles, CA with a girlfriend where she worked and lived for a year. Upon returning home in 1945, she joined the Army Nurse Corp and was stationed at Mayo General Army Hospital in Galesburg, IL where she cared for wounded soldiers. After the war was over in 1946, she met her future husband Bo Esser who served in the Navy from 1943-1946. During the next year she worked as a private duty nurse in area hospitals. On June 26, 1947 Bo and Sadie were married at St. Francis Borgia Church in Washington. She worked at St. Francis Hospital until the birth of their first daughter. Her nursing career later included working 9 years at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis and volunteering at St. Francis Hospital in Washington as an RN in the GI Lab. She enjoyed traveling with her husband extensively in the states and abroad. Over her lifetime she cultivated many treasured friendships. She was involved in the Carlyle Sailing club, a sewing club, and in more recent years a card club and senior line dancing. Sadie was a member of the American Legion, Washington Historical Society, and the ECC Patrons of the Arts. Mrs. Esser was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 65 years, Bernard Bo Esser; son, Glen A. Esser; granddaughter, Stacey Copeland; sister, Rowena Miller and brother, Ray Crackel. Sadie is survived by three daughters, Janice Esser of Springfield, MO, Judy Copeland and husband Terry of Union, and Jane Montgomery and husband Marty of St. Louis; five grandchildren, Rebecca Copeland, Laura Bockhorst, and Andrew, Marcus, and Tara Montgomery; six great-grandchildren, Tyler, Kirsten, Connor, Carter, Aiden, and Hendrix; other relatives and many friends	Crackel, Sadie Marie (I18549)
8200	Sadie Marie Little, age 92, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Monday morning, July 20, 2020, at Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. She was born October 27, 1927, in Sangamon County, the daughter of Clinton H. and Urcle (Herdes) Nash. She was united in marriage to Leonard Leak on June 27, 1950, in Flora. He preceded her in death September 15, 1954. She later married John H. Little on February 7, 2003, and together they shared 11 wedding anniversaries until his death January 30, 2015. Sadie was a caretaker for countless others over the years, and had operated a nursing home at one time. She is remembered for her lively and caring personality, and how she could usually find a positive aspect to offset a negative circumstance. She is survived by a son-in-law: Wayne Baker; a granddaughter: Angela (Ben) Baker-Saunders; and great-granddaughters: Annika Baker, Penelope and Flaunianna Samora, and Hazel Saunders; several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and many friends at Flora Health Care Center. She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; a daughter: Marsha (Leak) Baker; two brothers: Clinton Nash Jr. and Everett E. Nash; and three sisters: Dorothy Baugh, Hazel Krutsinger, and Alberta Clark. A graveside ceremony will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23, 2020, at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora, with Brother Jeff Hough officiating. Those attending are asked to go directly to the cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to the Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center Activity Fund and will be accepted through the funeral home.	Nash, Sadie Marie (I22308)

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

Heath, Russell Earl (I39512)

8152

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

Hosselton, Russell (I36890)

8153

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

Chaplin, Russell J. (I25483)

8154

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

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

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

Burial was in the Wesley cemetery at Passport.

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

HALL, Russell M. (I28121)

8155

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

MCKINNEY, Russell Loran (I34279)

8156

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

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

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

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

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

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

BREWER, Russell Vincent (I16297)

8157

BREWER, Russell Vincent (I16297)

8158

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

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

Guinn, Russell O. (I17357)

8159

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

Hosselton, Russell (I36890)

8160

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The music was provided by Kevin and Travis Hastings.

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

Memorials to American Red Cross.

COX, Ruth Adelaide (I53936)

8161

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

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

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

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

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

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

Funeral services

Montgomery, Ruth Alene (I19064)

8162

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

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

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

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

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

Interment will take place on at Saron Cemetery.

HILL, Ruth Ann (I51214)

8163

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

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

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

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

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

Welty, Ruth Ann (I20483)

8164

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

She was a loving wife, mother and wonderful homemaker.

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

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

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents.

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

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

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

House, Nella Ruth (I311)

8165

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

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

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

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

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

Burial was in the Clay City Cemetery.

Memorials to the Clay City Baptist Church.

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

CONLEY, Ruth V. (I29883)

8166

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

Ferguson, Ruth Ann (I41874)

8167

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Zerkel, Ruth H. (I40713)

8168

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

Services were held in the Pulliam Funeral Home in Oblong.

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

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

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

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

HANCE, Ruth J. (I19263)

8169

Ruth Irene Crane, 92, of Olney, died at 11:03 a.m. Saturday, August 14, 2010, at Burgin Manor in Olney.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney with Reverend Father Jerry Wirth officiating. Burial will be in Crest Haven Memorial Park Cemetery in rural Claremont.

Mrs. Crane was born November 19, 1917, in Richland County, the daughter of Albert Henry and Ethel Arvilla (Shipley) Ledeker. She married Joseph Maurice Crane on June 11, 1947. He preceded her in death on April 8, 1997.

She had worked at International Shoe Factory, Norge Factory and a timekeeper at AMF. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Olney and Richland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.

Mrs. Crane is survived by her sister-in-law, Velma Hussman, of Iowa; sister-in-law, Kathryn Eckstein, of Battle Creek, Mich.; sister-in-law, Ella Mae Ledeker, of Olney; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert Henry and Ethel Arvilla Ledeker; husband, Joseph Maurice Crane; four brothers, Ray Ledeker, Byrl Ledeker, Ivan Ledeker and Lloyd Ledeker; and sisters, Opal Craig and Agnes Bratton and infant sister, Rosa Mae Ledeker.

Olney Daily Mail

Ledeker, Ruth Irene (I55209)

8170

Ruth Keortge, 83, of West Salem, died at 7:40 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 1993, at General Baptist Nursing Home in Mt. Carmel.

Clodfelter, Ruth (I37901)

8171

Ruth Lame, 74, of West Salem, died at 8:20 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 1994, at Burgin Manor in Olney.

MISNER, Ruth Irene (I23773)

8172

Ruth Laura CAILTEUX, 85, of Clay City, died at 5:13 p.m., Monday, Sept. 25, 2006, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes, Ind.

Mrs. CAILTEUX was born May 10, 1921 in Clay City, the daughter of Raymond "Bob" and Ethel Eileene (RODGERS) ABBOTT. She married William H. CAILTEUX on Sept. 22, 1940 in Noble. He preceded her in death on Oct. 28, 1996. She was a homemaker, and a member of the Clay City Church of God.

Survivors include one sister, Katie BROWN of Aurora; one brother, William ABBOTT of Elgin; two uncles, Roy RODGERS of Olney, and Harold ABBOTT of Clay City; one aunt, Lorena Dehart of Clay City; and several nieces and nephews.

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

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30, at Summers-Kistler Funeral Home in Clay City, with Pastor Rob BOWKER and the Rev. John SPEARS officiating. Burial will be in the Clay City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday (tonight) at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Clay City Church of God.

Abbott, Laura Ruth (I415)

8173

Ruth Marie (Blank) Coan, 76 of Kalkaska, MI passed away on August 21, 2020 surrounded by her children and grandchildren due to injuries sustained in a house fire the morning of August 19, 2020.

She was born to the late Theodore and Irene (Wagner) Blank on December 10, 1943 in Olney, IL. Ruth was one of eight children.

Ruth and her late husband Phillip enjoyed hosting the National Trout Festival childrens trout pond at their home the last weekend in April. This year would have been the 14th year they would have hosted. Yellow roses were her favorite flower and she enjoyed canning with her daughters or playing Shanghai with the family.

Ruth was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

Ruth is survived by her son, Vern (Lori) Coan, of Kalkaska; daughters, Robin (George) Gipson, of Merrillville, Indiana, and Lois (Jim) Nation, of Kalkaska; grandchildren, Chadwick Duran, Alicia Thayer, of Fife Lake; Gavin Coan, Levi Nation, Garrett Coan, Katherine Nation and Nicholas Coan, all of Kalkaska; great grandchildren, Eli Thayer, Lucas Thayer, Margaret Thayer-Duran of Fife Lake; siblings, Rosemary Wilkinson, Margaret Blank of New Harmony, IN; Theresa (John) Bowlby, Paul (Clara) Blank of Olney, IL; brother in law and sister in law, Lawrence and Janice Coan of Mancelona, MI, and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip E. Coan; daughter, Margaret Peggy S. Duran; mother, Irene (Wagner) Blank; father, Theodore Blank; brothers, Robert Blank, Daniel Blank, Ronald Blank; and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law.

A celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday September 26, 2020 in Kalkaska MI at St Marys of the Woods Catholic Church from 10 am to 1pm.

Services will be at 10:00 a.m., a small luncheon will immediately follow until 1:00 p.m.

Church services will require a mask, with the luncheon held outside at the pavilion on premise.

In Lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations to help rebuild.

Arrangements provided by Wolfe-O'Neill Funeral Home.

Blank, Ruth Marie (I33463)

8174

Ruth Marie (Blank) Coan, 76 of Kalkaska, MI passed away on August 21, 2020 surrounded by her children and grandchildren due to injuries sustained in a house fire the morning of August 19, 2020.

Blank, Ruth Marie (I33463)

8175

Ruth Prichard, 93, Bridgeport, formerly of Noble, died 11:08 a.m. Monday, Oct. 17, 1988, in Bridgeport Terrace Nursing Center.

Travis, Ruth Cleo (I32109)

8176

Ruth R. Shipley, age 97 of Olney, IL passed away on March 15, 2014 in Olney, IL

Rickner, Ruth Rellia (I19370)

8177

RUTH STEELE, 77, of Flora, Illinois passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017, at her residence in Flora.

Family: Steele, Barney G. / Williams, Ruth Marie (F17143)

8178

Ruth Vernadine Wease, 93, of West Liberty, passed away on on February 24, 2020 in Olney, IL.

SCAMMAHORN, Ruth Vernadine (I2926)

8179

Ruth was a faithful member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Noble, IL. She enjoyed playing the harmonica and organ and took pleasure in listening to music. Ruth was a very talented artist and enjoyed creating beautiful oil-based paintings. In her younger years she could be found in her garden planting gladiolas, peonies, and enjoying fresh strawberries and tomatoes. Ruth was kind and always had a smile on her face and a cheerful greeting to anyone she met.

SCAMMAHORN, Ruth Vernadine (I2926)

8180

Ruth was an accomplished artist; her specialties were oil and water painting.

Rice, Amy Ruth (I37719)

8181

Ruth was an elementary teacher for the Unit 35 School in Flora, IL for over 20 years. She enjoyed oil painting nature scenes and was an avid huntress. She was a member of Bloom Baptist Church and Women of the Outdoors. She loved to travel the world and her favorite place was Jerusalem.

Williams, Ruth Marie (I46339)

8182

Ruth, 69, passed away at her home.

She was the daughter of Forest and Mary Jane (Scott) Felger. On Aug 5, 1972, she married Charles Elmer White, who survives at the residence.

Also surviving are a son, Christian (Candice) White; two daughters: Joy (Christopher) Millay and Faith (Joshua) Lanam; three brothers: Charles (Melody), Max (Linda) and Mark (Ann) Felger; two adoptive sisters; three step-siblings; and five grandchildren.

Deceased are two children: Stephanie Marie and Carrie Robin; her guardians: Walter and Agnes Becher; and parents-in-law: Charles Philip and Helen Jean White.

She worked for the Parkway Local School District and Mercer County Educational Service Center and was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church. She was intensely committed to her work supporting children. She served students with multiple disabilities as an aide on buses and in classrooms, caring for each of them deeply. She shared her faith at Zion as a Sunday School teacher, a youth group leader, and the long-standing arts and crafts director for Vacation Bible School. She led by example as a woman of faith and integrity. When younger, she enjoyed playing the piano and singing as a member of the Lutherannies. Throughout her life, she delighted in crafting and sewing, sharing her love of reading with her children and grandchildren, listening to 1960s tunes and WBCL, writing poetry, playing Euchre with her family, completing word and sudoku puzzles, sharing old photos and passing on family stories, and playing with her grandchildren.

Services will be at Zion Lutheran Church. Graveside service will be at Zion's cemetery.

FELGER, Ruth (I50594)

8183

Ruthie Faye Osborne, 92, of Springfield, MO passed away peacefully on Monday April 8, 2019 at Republic Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Clay City, Illinois on March 7, 1927 to Jasper and Mary (Grey) .

Ruth was a clerk for the Mark Twain Department of Forestry and drove a truck cross-country for 17 ½ years. She was an excellent crocheter, and avid reader and she also loved to knit.

She is preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, a grandson; Corey and a son-in-law Al Stuckey. Left to mourn her passing is her daughters; Mary Stuckey and Sandy Zumwalt and husband Brad, grandson Nick and wife Shannon, great granddaughter Madi, a brother; Robert Lynn Grey and wife Phyllis.

Entombment was private in the Mausoleum at Rivermonte Memorial Gardens.

Gray, Ruthie Faye 'Ruth' (I11)

8184

Ryan Bandy, age 35, of St. Louis, Missouri, formerly of Flora, Illinois passed away Sunday, March 2, 2014 at St. Alexius Hospital in St. Louis.

Ryan was born May 1, 1978 in Olney, Illinois to Carl W. and Brenda L. (Kittle) Bandy. He was a member of the F.H.S Class of '96 and attended E.I.U. Ryan worked as an information systems analyst for Sylogistics, working in the BJC Health Center facilities. From an early age, Ryan was interested in computers and went on to make it a career. He had a special relationship with his nephew Rayce and was baptized in the Southern Baptist Church.

He is survived by his parents: Carl and Brenda Bandy; sister: Kassi (Ben) Michels; maternal grandmother: Mary Kittle; paternal grandmother: Norma Dean; aunts and uncles: Connie (Gayle) Osborne, Patty (Charlie) Peters, Christine (Steve) Hosselton, Gary (Sherrie) Kittle , John (Janet) Bandy, and Christine Norman; along with many cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather (Lawrence Kittle), paternal grandfathers (Guy Bandy and Wid Dean), and a cousin (Andrea Weiler).

The funeral service for Ryan Bandy was held at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.

Interment was in Floral Garden of Memories.

The family has suggested that memorial donations be made to Fur A Good Paws, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Clay County Cancer Crusaders.

BANDY, Ryan (I52571)

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Ryan Boyer's reseach shows he was born in Tuscarawas County, Ohio

FROCK, John (I6841)

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Ryan Boyer's research shows he died in Williams County, Ohio

Frock, Jacob (I6837)

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Ryan Boyer's research shows he died on November 8, 1915 in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan.

Richardson, Washington (I6843)

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Ryan Boyer's research shows he was buried in Toelken Cemetery, Greene County, Arkansas. I found a Talken Cemetery with Michael Frock listed, but no useable information.

FROCK, Michael M. (I6100)

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S Side Ad, Block 1, Lot 56, Grave #3

BRYAN, Rochelle (I50292)

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S Side Ad, Block 3, Lot 12, Grave #2

LENTS, Mary Catherine (I34026)

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S. Side Ad, Block 3, Lot 33, Grave #3

Coble, Emory Meryl (I26710)

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S.Side Ad Block 1, Lot 7, Grave 4

Borah, James C. 'Jimmy' Jr. (I43236)

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s.side ad block 2 lot 18 grave #3

Neese, Leona Belle (I33186)

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s.side ad block 2 lot 18 grave #4

Thomas, Adelbert Lavariette 'Delbert' (I33185)

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S.Side Ad. Blk 3 Lot 32 Grave #3

PRIDE, Anna Louise (I52110)

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S3-L975-G4

GHOLSON, Albert (I20075)

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Sadie (or Sarah) was baptized in St. John's Lutheran Church.

Census: 1900 Union Township, Greene County, Arkansas

FROCK, Sarah 'Sadie' L. (I8972)

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Sadie died at 10:00 pm, Friday, April 7, 2000 in Folsom, California. In accordance with her wishes, no formal funeral services were held. As a child, she attended the McCawley School and the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Decker Township.

Worrell, Sadie (I5178)

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Sadie M. Esser
October 30, 1921 ~ July 4, 2020 (age 98)

Obituary
Sadie M. Esser, NEE Crackel, 98 , of Washington, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on July 4, 2020.

Sadie was born to the late Walter and Bertha Crackel on October 30, 1921 in Clay City, IL. She graduated from Clay City High School in 1939. She went on to enter the DePaul School of Nursing and graduated as an R.N. in 1942. Sadie worked at Salem Memorial Hospital then moved to Los Angeles, CA with a girlfriend where she worked and lived for a year. Upon returning home in 1945, she joined the Army Nurse Corp and was stationed at Mayo General Army Hospital in Galesburg, IL where she cared for wounded soldiers. After the war was over in 1946, she met her future husband Bo Esser who served in the Navy from 1943-1946. During the next year she worked as a private duty nurse in area hospitals. On June 26, 1947 Bo and Sadie were married at St. Francis Borgia Church in Washington.

She worked at St. Francis Hospital until the birth of their first daughter. Her nursing career later included working 9 years at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis and volunteering at St. Francis Hospital in Washington as an RN in the GI Lab.

She enjoyed traveling with her husband extensively in the states and abroad. Over her lifetime she cultivated many treasured friendships. She was involved in the Carlyle Sailing club, a sewing club, and in more recent years a card club and senior line dancing. Sadie was a member of the American Legion, Washington Historical Society, and the ECC Patrons of the Arts.

Mrs. Esser was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 65 years, Bernard Bo Esser; son, Glen A. Esser; granddaughter, Stacey Copeland; sister, Rowena Miller and brother, Ray Crackel.

Sadie is survived by three daughters, Janice Esser of Springfield, MO, Judy Copeland and husband Terry of Union, and Jane Montgomery and husband Marty of St. Louis; five grandchildren, Rebecca Copeland, Laura Bockhorst, and Andrew, Marcus, and Tara Montgomery; six great-grandchildren, Tyler, Kirsten, Connor, Carter, Aiden, and Hendrix; other relatives and many friends

Crackel, Sadie Marie (I18549)

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Sadie Marie Little, age 92, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Monday morning, July 20, 2020, at Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

She was born October 27, 1927, in Sangamon County, the daughter of Clinton H. and Urcle (Herdes) Nash. She was united in marriage to Leonard Leak on June 27, 1950, in Flora. He preceded her in death September 15, 1954. She later married John H. Little on February 7, 2003, and together they shared 11 wedding anniversaries until his death January 30, 2015.

Sadie was a caretaker for countless others over the years, and had operated a nursing home at one time. She is remembered for her lively and caring personality, and how she could usually find a positive aspect to offset a negative circumstance.

She is survived by a son-in-law: Wayne Baker; a granddaughter: Angela (Ben) Baker-Saunders; and great-granddaughters: Annika Baker, Penelope and Flaunianna Samora, and Hazel Saunders; several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and many friends at Flora Health Care Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; a daughter: Marsha (Leak) Baker; two brothers: Clinton Nash Jr. and Everett E. Nash; and three sisters: Dorothy Baugh, Hazel Krutsinger, and Alberta Clark.

A graveside ceremony will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, July 23, 2020, at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora, with Brother Jeff Hough officiating. Those attending are asked to go directly to the cemetery.

Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to the Flora Rehabilitation & Health Care Center Activity Fund and will be accepted through the funeral home.

Nash, Sadie Marie (I22308)

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