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WALBERT, Ruth E. - Journal-Courier, Jacksonville, Illinois, February 27, 2007 - Submitted by Marcia Cox
Ruth E. Walbert, 1916-2007, Virginia
Ruth E. Walbert, 90, of Virginia, ad formerly of rural Arenzville, died Sunday morning, Feb. 25, 2007, at her residence.
She was born Sept. 1, 1916, in Cass County, the daughter of Clarence and Belle Williams Osborne. She married R. Glenn "Red" Walbert on Dec. 15, 1937, in Davenport, Iowa, and he preceded her in death Nov. 12, 1993.
She is survived by one daughter, Mary Lee Coffey of Virginia; one son, Kenneth Ray (wife, Mary) of Shreveport, La.; 10 grandchildren, Jimmy Walbert and Rita (husband, Randy) Niegenfind, both of Wichita, Kan., Wes Cooksey and Laura (husband, Ken) McCoy and Kendra Coffey, all of Virginia, Daniel Walbert of New Braunfels, Texas, Timothy Walbert of New Orleans, Jeremy Walbert of Tower Hill, and Shawna Walbert and Emily (husband, Rock) Anders, both of Quincy; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Rita Jo Walbert; two sons, James Robert and Wayne Eugene; one grandson, Kelly Walbert; one brother, Raymond Osborne; and one sister, Ruby Hoots.
Mrs. Walbert was a 1936 graduate of Jacksonville High School and a homemaker. She was a member of Liter Baptist Church in Literberry and the Baptist Ladies Aid.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Massie-Buchanan Funeral Home in Virginia, with burial at Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Virginia. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Liter Baptist Church or Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice. Condolences may be left at www.buchananfuneralhomes.com.
WALLACE, Earlene
Earlene Wallace, January 1, 1954-December 2, 2015
Earlene Wallace, 61, of Rushville, passed away at 12:40 AM, Wednesday, December 2, 2015, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. She was born on January 1, 1954, in Springfield, the daughter of Earl and Patricia (Reed) Williams. She married Stan Lee Wallace on January 14, 1972 in Chandlerville and he survives. Also surviving are three children Erika Coleman of Jacksonville, Matthew Wallace and wife Amanda of Virginia, and Nathan Wallace of Rushville, four grandchildren Cheyanne Jockisch, Cash Coleman, Wyatt Wallace and Whalen Wallace, her parents Earl and Patricia Williams of Chandlerville, two brothers Mark Williams and wife Kelly and Ted Williams and wife Vickie all of Chandlerville, mother-in-law Marie Wallace of Rushville, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a grandchild M.J. Wallace. Earlene was a 1972 graduate of Chandlerville High School. She graduated from Passavant Nursing School in Jacksonville. While attending nursing school, she worked as an aide at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville. She began her Registered Nursing career with McDonough District Hospital in Macomb, where she worked for 18 years. She then worked 2 years as an RN for Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice. She then worked at Passavant Hospital in Jacksonville until March of 2015, retiring due to health issues. She felt that nursing was her calling and was willing to help anyone in need. She was a member of the Rushville Free Methodist Church and the Illinois Nurses Association. She enjoyed many activities including reading, cooking, trap shooting, riding motorcycles, traveling, attending auctions and antiquing. She was known for her roses. Her greatest joys were her grandchildren and attending Cheyanne's volleyball games. Services will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 5, 2015, at the Rushville Free Methodist Church with Pastor Greg Fish officiating. Interment will follow in the Rushville City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, December 4, 2015, at the Wood Funeral Home in Rushville. Memorials are suggested to the Rushville Free Methodist Church, the Free Methodist Campground or Hope Blooms.
WALLACE, Mickey E. - Flynn Funeral Home obituary, Bloomington, Illinois
Mickey E. Wallace, March 22, 1948-July 14, 2015
Mickey Wallace, 67, of Bloomington, died at 8:25 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at Heritage Health in Normal.
Cremation rites have been accorded by Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home in Bloomington. The family will have a private memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Community Cancer Center, Normal, YWCA in Bloomington, or the American Red Cross. To express condolences online, please visit www.carmodyflynn.com.
She was born March 22, 1948 in Springfield, daughter of Robert and Delores Smith Rist. She married James Wallace in 1966.
Surviving are one daughter, Michele Shive of Bloomington; one granddaughter, Cassandra (fiance’ Chris Veach) Shive of Springfield; one brother, Robert (Pam) Rist of Normal and two sisters, Nancy Rist of Jacksonville, FL and Vicki Grashoff of Pekin. Also surviving are her special friends, Justin Bowling and Dee Serapin, both of Bloomington and 5 nieces and nephews, Matt (Ivy) Grashoff of Pekin, Mindy Grashoff, Tremont, Mitch (Shannon) Grashoff, Manito, Brandon ( Dianna) Rist, Palmetto, FL and Brian Rist, Sarasota, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one infant sister, Mary Ellen Rist and one brother, Marc Rist. In her earlier years, she worked for the State of Illinois and later received her Cosmetology license and owned and operated “Mickey’s Place” in Virginia, IL.
Mickey enjoyed cooking and collecting bird houses, but her family was most important. She especially loved to spend time with her granddaughter, Cassie.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Heritage Health, Normal and OSF Hospice for their care and support of Mickey. - See more at: http://www.carmodyflynn.com/obituaries-2/item/408/17.html#sthash.uSxiImFG.dpuf
WALRAVEN, Ruth Helen Adkins - Journal-Courier, Jacksonville, Illinois, July 4, 2007 - Submitted by Marcia Cox
Ruth Adkins Walraven, 1917-2007, Ashland
Ruth Helen Adkins Walraven, 90, of Seabrook, Texas, and formerly of Ashland, died Friday, June 29, 2007, at Park Place Nursing Home in Tyler, Texas.
She was born March 20, 1917 in Ashland, the daughter of Walter and Bertha Adkins. She married George D. Walraven in 1944, in Ashland, IL and he survives.
She is also survived by four children, David Walraven, Joan Walraven McDonald, Clark Walraven and Ellen Walraven, all of Houston; one grandson, John T. McDonald of Houston, one sister, Mary Grimes of Rosamond; one brother, John David Adkins of Santa Rosa, Calif.; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, Walter Allen Adkins.
Mrs. Walraven graduated from the University of Illinois in Champaign in 1939. During her undergraduate years, she achieved a number of academic honors including Bronze Tablet and Phi Beta Kappa. She continued her academic interests, serving as Assistant Dean of Women at the university for three years. She moved to Texas where she served on the faculty of San Jacinto College in Pasadena, Texas, teaching foreign languages for 24 years.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, at Ashland United Methodist Church in Ashland, with burial in Ashland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:30-3 p.m. Thursday at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Ashland. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. Condolences may be left at www.buchananfuneralhomes.com.
WALSH, Kate - The Chandlerville TImes, Chandlerville, Illinois, March 6, 1903, previously printed in the Virginia, Gazette, Virginia, Illinois, reprinted in The Cass County Historian, September 1998
Mrs. Kate Walsh died at the City Hotel, Saturday, March 7. It is said she pined and worried herself to death because her money had been found and the amount, nearly $3,000 put to her credit in the bank and the old traps she called her property sold. She continued to fret, worry and complain from the day she was found almost dead and was taken by authorities to the city, given plenty to eat and a clean comfortable place to rest and sleep. Her condition was not considered serious until Saturday, March 7, when a physician was called, who left medicine for her which she refused to take, saying they were trying to poison her to get her money. It is supposed she died from despondency.
She is supposed to have one son living but whether he is living or dead is not known. He is a son by her first marriage and his name to Jack TOBIN. She is not known to have any other heirs.
The funeral occurred from the Catholic Church on Sunday afternoon and interred at Walnut Ridge Cemetery.
WALSH, Mrs. Kate - The Virginia Gazette, March 13, 1903
Mrs. Kate Walsh came to America from Ireland many years ago and settled in Michigan with her first husband Mr. TOBIN. They had two sons. She left her husband and came to Cass Co. with her sons. She married twice more, each time to a WALSH. The first Mr. WALSH is buried in the Old Hall cemetery here. She was separated from the second husband. She took in washings, hoarding her money. She was later supported by the County. She died Saturday after a brief illness. The funeral was Sunday from St. Lukes Church here. No relatives were present for the services but many townspeople attended.
NOTE: See the story of Kate Walsh, which appeared in The Cass County Historian, September 1998, in Miscellaneous Articles and Stories, p. 4
WALTHEE, Henry - Jacksonville, July 1858.
Four Germans, Henry Walthee, Christian German, Daniel Rieser and John Geisel, were drowned at Beardstown, Sat. while bathing. Their bodies were recovered.
WALTERS, Alma Carolina - Submitted by Ernie Launer
Alma Carolina Marie Walters 1914 - 2005 ARENZVILLE
Alma Carolina Marie Walters, 91, of Arenzville died Sunday, June 12, 2005, at her residence.
She was born January 15, 1914 in Cass County, the daughter of Frank Z. and Lydia Ring Menge. She married William M. Walters on November 26, 1931 and he preceded her in death in August 1980.
Surviving is her daughter Muriel L. Zulauf of Arenzville; three grandchildren Randy, (wife Donna) Zulauf, Tony (wife Debbie) Zulauf, and Penny (husband Paul) Lambert all of Arenzville; four great grandchildren, Angie (husband, Mark) Brown, Ryan Zulauf, Lacie Bryant, and Mindi (husband, Brandon) Coffman, twin great great grandsons Bradley and Tyler Coffman; one sister Rosemary Floyd of Chatham; and her dear friend Vera Talkemeyer of Arenzville.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son-in-law Fletcher Wayne Zulauf, and her two brothers Henry Karl (surviving wife Aleta "Petie" Menge of Sarasota, FL) and Charles (surviving wife Dorothy Menge of Arenzville).
Many would remember Alma for her many years of service at Carls' Market in Bluff Springs and at Talkemeyer's Dog-N-Suds in Beardstown. Spending time with family and friends, reading, cooking and canning, fishing, traveling, and playing cards and dominoes were a few of her favorite pastimes.
Funeral services for Alma Walters will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 14, 2005, at the Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown with burial in the Arenzville North Cemetery. The family will meet with friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials have been suggested to Cass/Schuyler Hospice. Condolences may be sent to the family at [email protected]
WALTERS, Peggy A. - Journal-Courier, Jacksonville, Illinois, May 21, 2008
Peggy A. Walters, 1927-2008, Beardstown
Peggy A. Walters, 81, of Beardstown, died Thursday evening, May 29, 2008, at Heritage Manor South in Beardstown.
She was born April 15, 1927, in rural Schuyler County, the daughter of Robert and Bessie Fretueg Brooks. She married E.R. "Tuck" Walters, and he survives in Beardstown.
Also surviving are four children, Bob (wife, Nancie) Walters, Jackie Bresnahan, Ed "Duke" Walters and Greg (wife, Carla) Walters, all of Beardstown; six grandchildren;10 great-grandchildren; her sister, Ruby (husband, Joe) Schroeder of La Vernia, Texas; and her special niece, Teri Gillespie of Monterey, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Charles, Robert, Gilbert, Delbert and Raymond Brooks; and one sister, Maxine.
Mrs. Walters was formerly employed with Myers Nursing Home in Beardstown and retired from Beardstown Long Term Care. She enjoyed camping with her husband, attending Blue Grass Festivals and visiting with her neighbors. While a resident of Heritage Manor South in Beardstown, she was a member of the Resident Council and the Red Hat Society and enjoyed crafting and playing Bingo. Life's truest treasure was being with her family and enjoying her grandchildren.
There will be private funeral services for Peggy Walters at Musch Memorial Chapel at Heritage Manor South in Beardstown, with burial at Herche Cemetery in Schuyler County. The family will meet with friends from 4-7 p.m. Sunday at Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown. Memorials are suggested to Heritage Manor South Activity Fund. Condolences may be sent to the family at [email protected].
WALTERS, William M. - Virginia Gazette Thursday August 21, 1980 - Submitted by Ernie Launer
William Walters
William M. Walters, 81, of rural Arenzville died at 8:30 a. m. Aug. 6 at Beardstown Hospital.
He was born in Springfield April 22, 1899, son of Frank and Nancy Vaughn Walters. He married Alma Menge Nov. 26, 1931, and she survives.
Also surviving are a daughter, Mrs Wayne (Muriel) Zulauf of rural Arenzville. there are three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Mr. Walters was preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters.
Funeral services were Aug. 9 at the Cline Funeral Home in Beardstown. Burial was in Arenzville North Cemetery.
WALTON, Dorothy (Geer)
Dorothy F. Walton, 87, of Browning, died at her home Saturday afternoon, March 27. 1993. She was born June 3, 1905. in Browning Township, the daughter of Hiram A. and Ada E. KIoker Geer. She married Lawrence Walton. who preceded her in death. She is survived by one brother. Robert H. Geer of Quincy; one sister. Marcella Brodman of Virginia, and numerous nieces. nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by one infant son, two sisters and two brothers. Mrs. Walton was a member of the Central Christian Church of Browning. She worked as a medical librarian at Schmidt Memorial Hospital in Beardstown until her retirement. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Central Christian Church in Browning. Burial was in Browning Cemetery. Memorials may be made to her church or the Schuy-Cass Visiting Nurses.
WALTON, Harvey William - Buchanan Funeral Home Internet Website
HARVEY WILLIAM WALTON December 12, 2009
Harvey William Walton, 88, of Virginia, IL died Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville, IL.
He was born May 21, 1921 in Davenport, IA; the son of William and Daisy Atwood Walton. He married Twyla Harris on July 4, 1946 in Arenzville, IL and she survives.
He is also survived by two sons, Tim Walton (wife, Beth) of Virginia and Lynn Walton (wife, Murrell Ann) of Pearl, MS; a daughter, Lynda Long of Milford, IA; five grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Baptist of Jacksonville and Darlene Rogers (husband, Oswald) of Virginia; a brother, Jimmy Walton (wife, Tommie) of Dallas, TX; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Walton, and a sister, Maxine Geiss.
Mr. Walton attended Virginia High School and joined the Civilian Conservation Corps. He later served with the US Army during WW II in the Pacific Theater. He was employed with Fiat-Allis in Springfield for 37 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed gardening.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Private family committal services will be held at Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Virginia. There will be no visitation. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home of Virginia is in charge of the services. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.buchanancody.com
WALTON, Ruth Walton - Buchanan Funeral Home Internet Website
Ruth A. Walton, 86, of Barron, WI and formerly of Virginia, IL died Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at her home.
She was born November 7, 1922 in Cumberland, WI; the daughter of John O. and Janie Duncan Miller. As a young child her family moved to Virginia where she was raised, graduating from Virginia High School in 1940. She married John Walton on April 5, 1945 in Springfield, IL and he preceded in death in 1988. She is survived by two sons, Steve Walton (wife, Margery) of Higbee, MO and David Walton (wife, Cindy) of Osseo, WI; four daughters, Barbara Davis of Orlando, FL, Kathleen Fruit (husband, Neil) of Merrillville, IN, Christine Broten (husband, Richard) of Chetek, WI, and Wendy Moritz of Oshkosh, WI; seven grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and a sister, Alice Norris of Virginia. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Ryan Fruit; a son-in-law, Donald Moritz; Barbara Davis, fiance, Jesse Zellers; three brothers; and three sisters.
Mrs. Walton loved her Lord and Savior and was a faithful church member. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed working with plants. She was a published writer and photographer. She enjoyed spending her spare time working with crafts. Ruth worked as a receptionist and secretary for many years at Toftness Chiropractic in Cumberland and as a secretary to the First Baptist Church in Barron.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, November 9, 2009 at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Virginia with burial at Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Virginia. The family will meet friends at the funeral home from 10:00 AM Monday until the time of services. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.buchanancody.com
WARDEN, Beulah Mahala - Cass County Star Gazette, Beardstown, Illinois, May 1, 2008 - Submitted by Marcia Cox
Beulah Mahala Warden, December 16, 1919 April 28, 2008
Beulah Mahala Warden, 88, of Frederick, died Monday, April 28, 2008, at Heritage Manor East in Beardstown.
She was born December 16, 1919 in Schuyler County, the daughter of James Alvin and Emma Mae Baehr Smith. She married Charles "Babe" Warden on February 19, 1934 in Virginia and he preceded her in death December 19, 1996.
Surviving are nine children: Shirley (husband, Jimmy) Dawson of Jacksonville, John T. (wife, Doris) Warden of Frederick, Richard (wife, Carole) Warden of Dunnellon, Florida, Karen Jean Hance of Beardstown, Joyce (husband, Terry) Wallace of Antioch, Tennessee, Michael (wife, Debbie) Warden of Springfield, Jan (husband, Michael) Knowles of Macomb, Kathy Vermillion of Bloomington, and Lisa (husband, Martin) Turke of Macomb; 21 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, three children, Virginia and Ronald in infancy, and Charles Larry Warden; her great-grandson Nicholas Tholl; three sisters, Geneva Reichert, Lillian Turner, and Alice June in infancy; and five brothers, Edwin "Buck", Dempsey "Dink", James "Junior", Galen "Gig", and Wayne Smith.
Mrs. Warden was a member of Frederick Christian Church and previously was employed with Myers Nursing Home in Beardstown, Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, and Frederick Post Office. She enjoyed playing the piano, cooking, traveling, and perusing family photos yet her greatest treasure was being with her family.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 2, at Beardstown Church of the Nazarene with Matthew Haberman officiating. Burial will be in the Beardstown City Cemetery. The family will meet with friends from 4 until 7 p.m. Thursday at the Beardstown Church of the Nazarene.
Memorials have been suggested to Legacy Center of Heritage Manor East in Beardstown or Frederick Christian Church.
Sager Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences may be emailed to the family at [email protected].
WATKINS, Elijah - Virginia Gazette, Sept. 15, 1882
Elijah Watkins died Aug. 30. He was born July 22, 1797 in Harper County, KY. He married Lydia Montgomery Apr. 29, 1826. They moved to Kane County, IL in 1830 and to Puncheon Grove, five miles above Chandlerville in 1838. He leaves a wife and six children. He was a member of the Regular Baptist Church since 1826. (He is buried at Little Shepherd Cemetery.)
WATKINS, Barbara A. - Journal-Courier, Jacksonville, Illinois, May 23, 2007 - Submitted by Marcia Cox
Barbara A. Watkins, 1937-2007, Ashland
Barbara A. Watkins, 69, of Ashland, died Tuesday morning, May 22, 2007, at her residence.
She was born May 27, 1937 in Ashland, the daughter of Roy E. and Mable Curry Monroe. She married Robert E. "Bob" Watkins on July 24, 1955, at the Ashland United Methodist Church in Ashland, and he preceded in death on Dec. 10, 2006.
She is survived by one son, Mike (wife, Karen) of Springfield; two daughters, Terry (husband, Mike) Moffitt of Roodhouse and Cindi Newcomer of Virginia; 10 grandchildren, Brenda (husband, Steve) Schulte and Christina (husband, Brian) Baalman, both of Brussels, Robbie (wife, Tonya) Moffitt of Manchester, Mikia (husband, Jimmy) White, Damian Newcomer, Alicia Newcomer and Julian Newcomer, all of Virginia, Jon Newcomer of Kilbourne and Taylor Watkins and Jordan Watkins, both of Pleasant Plains; 14 great grandchildren; one brother, Ivan (wife, Edna) Monroe of Ashland; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one brother, David Monroe, in infancy.
Mrs. Watkins was a 1954 graduate of Ashland High School and a homemaker. She was a member of the Ashland United Methodist Church and a former member of the Jennie James Circle and the Order of Eastern Star. She enjoyed camping and spending time with her family.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the Massie-Buchanan Funeral Home in Ashland. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of services Friday at the funeral home. Private family committal services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts are suggested to Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice, Ashland United Methodist Church, or American Cancer Society. Condolences may left www.buchananfuneralhomes.com.
WATKINS, Harry Michael "Mike"
Harry Michael "Mike" Watkins, March 17, 1955-July 21, 2011
Mike Watkins, 56, of Beardstown, died Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Heritage Manor South in Beardstown. He was born March 17, 1955 in Beardstown the son of Floyd “Mick” and Elizabeth J. Robbins Watkins. He is survived by his mother Elizabeth Watkins of Beardstown, one sister Jean (husband Tom) Jones of Beardstown; three brothers David (wife Margaret) Watkins of Morris, Stan Watkins of Springfield, and Terry (wife Brenda) Watkins of Beardstown; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father. Mike enjoyed riding his dad’s motorcycle and also riding with his dad as he drove for AC Jones Trucking. He loved the outdoors, his family, and his friends. Mike says “Hey” to all the gang! Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Monday, July 25, 2011, at Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown. Burial will be in the Beardstown City Cemetery. The family will meet with friends one hour prior to the funeral service Monday at the funeral home. Memorials have been suggested to Cass/Schuyler Area Hospice. Condolences may be left online at www.airsman-hires.com.
WATKINS, Lorene R. Clary - August 16, 1917-February 9, 2010
Lorene Rose Clary Watkins, 92, died February 9, 2010 in Mount Pleasant, SC. Mrs. Watkins was born in Sangamon County, Illinois on August 16, 1917. She was the daughter of the late Dennis Clary and Lena Bensenhafer Clary.
Mrs. Watkins attended Illinois State University where she earned her associate's degree and teaching certificate. After retiring from teaching elementary school, she was a homemaker and avid gardener. Her love for cooking, baking, and the outdoors was apparent throughout her life. Mrs. Watkins was admired by staff and members of her community at Sandpiper Courtyard in Mount Pleasant.
Surviving are her daughter, Roseann Watkins Drew; five grandchildren: Lorelie Drew Brown, Kristen Drew Grimm, Paul Watkins, Sheila Watkins, and Neil Watkins; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Galen Warren Watkins, II.
Services were held on February 12, 2010 in Mount Pleasant, SC at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home and Oakbrook Cemetery in Greenwood, SC. Memorials may be made to: Charleston Youth Development, 5055 Lackawanna Blvd., North Charleston, SC 29405. Online condolences may be made to the Watkins family at www.mcalister-smith.com. Arrangements by MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, MT. PLEASANT CHAPEL.
WATKINS, Robert E. 'Bob' - Journal-Courier, Jacksonville, Illinois, December 13, 2006 - Submitted by Marcia Cox
Robert E. 'Bob' Wilkins, 1932-2006, Ashland
Robert E. "Bob" Wilkins, 74, of Ashland, died Sunday, Dec. 10, 2006, at his residence.
He was born Dec. 8, 1932, in rural Morgan County, the son of Harry L. and Grace A. Holscher Watkins. He married Barbara Monroe on July 24, 1955, at Ashland United Methodist Church in Ashland and she survives.
He is also survived by one son, Mike (wife, Karen) of Springfield; two daughters, Terry (husband, Mike) Moffitt of Roodhouse and Cindy Newcomer of Virginia; 10 grandchildren, Brenda (husband, Steve) Schulz of Brussels, Robbie (wife, Tonya) Moffitt of Carrollton, Christina (husband, Brian) Baalman of Golden Eagle, Mikia (husband, Jimmy) White, Damion Newcomer, Alicia Newcomer and Julian Newcomer, all of Virginia, Jon Newcomer of Kilbourne, and Taylor Watkins and Jordan Watkins, both of Pleasant Plains; 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mary (husband, Harlan) Hamilton of Jacksonville; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one brother, James (surviving wife, Ida of East Alton).
Mr. Watkins was a graduate of Virginia High School and attended Bradley University. He retired in 1997 as district sales manager for IL-MO Products following 32 years of service. He was a member of the Ashland United Methodist Church and Virginia Lodge 544 AF & AM. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed camping and was active in several camping clubs.
Cremation rites have been accorded. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. today at Ashland United Methodist Church in Ashland. Private family committal services will be held at a later date. The family will meet friends at the church from 10 a.m. today until time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ashland United Methodist Church, Cass-Schuyler Area Hospice, or the American Cancer Society. Massie-Buchanan Funeral Home of Ashland is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left at www.buchananfuneralhomes.com.
WAY, George P. - Virginia Gazette, Feb. 12, 1875
George P. Way died of Spinal Meningetis at Chandlerville last Sat. Burial was Mon. with services by Rev. Lynn of Pleasant Plains.
WAY, Ruel Sr. - Cass County Star-Gazette, Beardstown, Illinois, May 1, 2008 - Submitted by Marcia Cox
Ruel Way Sr., September 11, 1919-April 27, 2008
Ruel Way Sr. of Petersburg, formerly of Ashland, died April 27, 2008 at his residence.
He was born September 11, 1919 in Virginia, the son of Lee and Ruth Simmons Way. He married Imogene Jones in 1941 in Bowling Green, Missouri.
He is survived by his wife, Imogene; five children, Joyce (husband, Robert) Munter of Salem, Missouri; Ruel, Jr. (wife, Betsy) Way of Bartlett, Tennessee; Juanita (husband, Jim) Hawks of Morton; Sharon (husband, Doug) Wendler of Athens and Stanley (wife, Kathy) Way of Iberia, MO.; 16 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; three sisters: Betty, Dorothy and Geraldine, and one brother, Kenny.
Mr. Way was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and one brother.
He served in the U.S. Army active duty from 1942 thru 1945 then the Army Reserves thru 1948 when he was honorably discharged as a Master Sergeant.
Mr. Way was a mechanic for Adkins Implement in his early years. He was shop foreman and salesman for Lockard Implement and later Cramer Implement. He then moved to the fertilizer industry where he was a salesman for Sudeth Fertilizer; plant manager for W.R. Grace & Co. and salesman for Art Anderson Fertilizer. After retirement he worked part time for R&H Farm Supply and loved wood working in his spare time.
He is a member of the Athens Christian Church where he was a Sunday School teacher, deacon, and elder. He was a former member of Ashland Church of Christ, where he was baptized and also served as Sunday School teacher, youth sponsor, deacon, and elder.
Services were held at the Athens Christian Church on Wednesday, April 30, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ken Gennicks officiating. Visitation was held from one hour prior to services. Burial will be at Camp Butler National Cemetery at noon.
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