Lorena M. Beadles passed away at 1:45 o’clock Sunday afternoon at the home of her aunt, Mrs. Mary Havens, in Jacksonville.

She was born at Winchester Dec. 10, 1909, a daughter of Jesse and Phoebe Beadles. She leaves surviving her stepmother, Mrs. Mary Beadles, and two half-brothers, Pvt. Raymond Beadles and Floyd Beadles of Jacksonville.

Funeral services were held at the Williamson Funeral Home, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Interment was in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - October, 1942

Otis Crabtree, son of Wm. And Amanda Crabtree, was born in Scott county, Illinois, May 17, 1873. He departed this life at the Springfield hospital at Springfield, Ill., Oct. 24, 1942, at the age of 69 years.

He was united in marriage to Lona Mitchell on December 24, 1893. To this union four children were born, Annabell, Logan, Catherine Louise and Emily Alberta. In 1919, Mr. Crabtree, together with his family moved to Beardstown, Ill., and later to Springfield, Ill., where he resided until his death.

He confessed his faith in his Master in the Beardstown Christian church, and later moved his membership to the West Side Christian church in Springfield. He found not only pleasure in the church, but joy as well in serving his Lord and Master.

He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Lona Crabtree, three daughters and one son, Mrs. Frank Welch, Beardstown, Ill; Logan, Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. Eugene V. Parish and Mrs. David Matney, Indianapolis, Ind.; three grandchildren, Julia E. Welch and Marilyn and Elizabeth Ann Crabtree; two sisters, Mrs. Belle McClure and Mrs. Katie Scott, of Winchester, Ill., and a number of nephews and nieces, besides a host of friends wherever he has lived.

In his early years Mr. Crabtree followed farming as his chosen vocation. Later he moved to town where he was occupied as opportunity presented itself. At the time of his passing he was associated with his son Logan, in the Springfield Secretarial School in Springfield, Ill. He was a good citizen, cleanly in his habits and actions and a devout lover of his home and family. In his passing we lose an ideal husband, father and christian citizen.

Funeral services were conducted from the Christian church in Winchester, Monday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating. Selections were sung by a quartet composed of Joe Ash, Wm. Middleton, Mrs. Fred Markillie and Mrs. Bert Coultas. Mr. Ash also sang a solo. Miss Betty Patterson was organist.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the casket bears being Dave Cowhick, Chas. McCauley, Arley Shull, Joe Crabtree, Alonzo Campbell and Warren Sweet.

Unknown newspaper - January, 1931

Dr. George S. Edmonson
Former Winchester Resident Passes Away Sunday Night

The many friends and large acquaintances in Winchester and Scott county, were pained to hear of the death of Dr. Geo. S. Edmonson, which occurred at the Illinois Central hospital in Chicago, Sunday night at 9:25 o’clock. For several weeks he has been making a valiant fight for recovery and every treatment known to medical science was used in his behalf but to no avail.

Several months ago Dr. Edmonson became seriously ill of diabetes and he was taken to the hospital in Chicago. His condition became such that his right leg was amputated three weeks ago. Since that time he had rallied and it was thought he was improving until several days ago when his condition became worse and he continued to grow weaker daily.

Born in Winchester, Scott county, on November 19, 1871, a son of Milton B. and Isabel Edmonson, Dr. Edmonson was the eldest of eight children. He received his early education in Winchester and was a student at the Normal college of Abingdon, Ill. He also was a student at the University of Illinois medical school at Chicago, graduating in 1896.

He practiced in Maroa, Macon county, Illinois, for four years and moved to Clinton in 1900. In 1906 his brother, Dr. O. B. Edmonson, became associated with him and two years later the two brothers established a sanitarium at Clinton, Ill., which they operated until Dr. O. B. Edmonson’s death in 1920. Later he gave up the sanitarium and within a few years established the Edmonson clinic, being associated with Drs. A. E. Shell and Dr. H. B. Hooker. Four years Dr. Shell withdrew.

Dr. Edmonson was prominent in political, social and civic affairs of Clinton and was mayor of that city for three terms. He was nominated for a fourth term but withdrew his name. He was a lifelong republican and served as precinct committeeman for some time, at the time of his death being chairman of the DeWitt county republican central committee.

Dr. Edmonson was appointed as superintendent of the state hospital at Kankakee in 1929. While he spent most of his time in Kankakee he returned to Clinton each week to handle surgical cases. He was the first president of the Clinton Rotary club and one of the leading members of that organization in Illinois. He also was a member of the Clinton Country club, all branches of the Masonic order, the Elks, Odd Fellows and the Knights of Pythias. He also was connected with the American and Illinois Medical societies and had served as president of the county medical organization. He was on the staff of the American Railway Surgeons’ association.

Dr. Edmonson was married in 1899 to Miss Alice Compton of Maroa, who died in 1903. They had one son, Kenneth C. Edmonson, who is a student at the Chicago Dental college. Dr. Edmonson later married Miss Della B. Jones of Gibson City, who also survives. He is survived by two brothers, James Edmonson of Winchester and Otis Edmonson of Kansas City and two sisters, Mrs. W. B. Clark, and Mrs. Claude Thomas, both of Winchester.

Funeral services were conducted from the First M. E. church in Clinton, Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock, the church being crowded with friends and acquaintances, and many unable to gain admittance. The services were in charge of Rev. T. H. Tull of Hillsboro, assisted by Rev. Virgil Thompson of Decatur, both former pastors. The floral offerings were profuse about 100 pieces, representing the tribute of friends. Active pallbearers were Dr. G. W. Morrow, assistant, manager of the state hospital at Kankakee; Dr. F. W. Martin of the Kankakee hospital staff; Dr. H. K. Hooker, Dr. W. B. Sharkey, Attorney F. K. Lemon and C. A. Cline of Clinton. Honorary pallbearers were members of the DeWitt County Medical society, the DeWitt county republican central committee and the Rotary club.

Unknown newspaper - September, 1931

George Kirtland Hankins was born near Winchester, Ill., March 9, 1858, and passed away at his home, north of Winchester, Sunday, Sept. 13, 1931, at the age of 73 years, six months and four days.

He was the fifth child of a family of ten children born to W. C. and Julia Hamilton Hankins, all of whom have preceded him in death except two sisters and one brother as follows: Mrs. Ella Claywell of St. Louis, and Mrs. Belle New and Harvey Hankins of this city. He spent all his life in this vicinity.

On May 5, 1892, Mr. Hankins was united in marriage to Ollie Walker, daughter of the late Isaiah and Permelia Walker, pioneer farmer residents of this county. To this union two children were born. The first child a son, whose name was Walker, lived to be only ten months old and Mary, the daughter, now the wife of Clarence Taylor, living near Jacksonville. They also raised in their home from early childhood, Lillian Walker, now Mrs. Bert Sorrells of Roodhouse, who received every care and attention of a loving daughter.

Mr. Hankins was not a member of any church, but attended the Christian church of Winchester, and actively interested in its welfare. He was a citizen held the highest esteem by everyone; a loving, and and faithful husband and father, good neighbor and respected citizen, he has passed to his reward, leaving many friends to mourn his death.

Funeral services largely attended, were held at his late home, Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 15, 1931, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. L. A. Crown officiating. Music was furnished by a quartet, composed by Rev. E. T. Palmer, A. C. Booz, Dr. B. F. Webster and Wes Andell, with Miss Ethel McClure as accompanist. The flowers were cared for by Mrs. Chas. McCauley, Mrs. Virgie Young, Mrs. Mae Murray and Mrs. Dorothy Jones and Lawrence and Roland Taylor and James Sorrells.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the pall bearers being Hayden Walker, Chas. McCauley, Guy Wheeler, Carl Claywell, Alva Switzer and Fred Walker.

Unknown newspaper - September, 1944

Mrs. Ada Belle Havens, residing west of Winchester was fatally injured shortly after 2:00 o’clock Saturday afternoon, when she ran into the side of an automobile, driven by C. W. Gates of Colchester, four and one-half miles west of Winchester, on Route 36, the impact throwing her to the pavement and fracturing her skull. Mrs. Havens died before reaching a physician’s office in Winchester.

The accident happened in front of a melon stand operated by Mr. And Mrs. Ernest Hammond on the north side of the road. Mr. Gates, a miller at Colchester, was traveling east enroute to East St. Louis. He testified at the inquest that Mrs. Havens in crossing the pavement, ran into the side of his car. A truck was in front of the stand and Mrs. Havens came around the truck and evidently did not see the approaching car. Mr. Gates stopped and secured aid, bringing the injured woman in his car to Dr. R. R. Jones’ office, but she was dead when they arrived there.

The remains were removed to Danner’s Funeral Home, where a coroner inquest was held that night. The jury held the driver blameless. Members of the jury were Mrs. Elmer Stuart, foreman; W. L. Bagshaw, clerk; Miss Leci Riggs, Mrs. Howell Hitt, Mrs. Rhea Welch and Jack Evans.

Obituary

Ada Belle Evans Havens was born Sept. 13, 1889, and departed this life Sept. 23, 1944. She was the daughter of William and Della Evans. She was united in marriage to Ira W. Havens, Oct. 11, 1916, and to this union were born the following children: Frances L., and Mabel M. of Springfield; Mrs. Beulah Blake, Alton; and Weldon, Ruby, Glenna and Jane at home. Dorothy, Neva, Marice, Homer C. and Betty Ann have preceded her in death.

She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, children and one brother, Lennie C. Evans of Springfield, Ill. She spent her entire life in Scott county, and was united with the Sandridge Baptist church at an early age. She was a kind and devoted wife and mother, and will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Funeral services were conducted at the Sandridge Baptist church Monday, Sept. 25th at 2:00 o’clock p.m. Eld. Dobert Guthrie officiated, assisted by Elder Wayne Guthrie. Music was furnished by Mrs. Kate Leitze, Mrs. Eileen Sanderson and H. McMullen with Miss Lola Coats at the piano. Flowers were cared for by Anna Mae Evans, Velma Boston, Renna Evans, Mrs. Margaret Smith and Mrs. Bernadine Lair.

The pallbearers were Russell Evans, Ray Hamilton, Logan Evans, Willis Evans, Bert Havens and William Hammon. Interment was in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - February, 1936

Alice Rough North, eldest daughter of James and Sarah Coultas Rough, was born December 30, 1865, on a farm just east of Winchester, and passed away Saturday, Feb. 15, 1936, at her home on South Main street in Winchester, at the age of seventy years, one month and sixteen days. Her death came as a shock to her family and to the whole community. Although she had been in failing health for several years, she had only two days before visited Miss Elizabeth North, who is in Passavant hospital at Jacksonville. The night before her death she had retired in her usual cheerful manner, and she slept peacefully away just after midnight.

She had three sisters, Iva May, who passed away November 20, 1905; Isabel Turnbull, whose death occurred February 2, 1934, and Kate Puffer, who has been a devoted sister in the North home for the past two years.

On October 14, 1890, she was united in marriage with Warren L. North, and to this union was born one son, Clyde James. Besides her husband and son she leaves to mourn her departure twin grandsons, Warren James and Gilbert Bishop North, and her sister Kate, as well as many other relatives and a host of friends.

Mrs. North united with the Methodist church in Winchester in 1886, under the ministry of Reverend Auer. Residing after her marriage on the North homestead six miles east of Winchester, her church activities centered in the Sunday school at Harts’ schoolhouse, where she taught a class of boys and played the organ. When in 1914 the family built their home west of Winchester and she was again close to her home church, she became a faithful attendant of the church, a loyal member of the Hazel Dillon Sunday School Class and an untiring worker in the Ladies’ Aid. During the last few weeks before her death she regretted that the treacherous ice kept her from Sunday school and church.

Her greatest joy was her home and family, and these loved ones will find solace in the memory of a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister who so unselfishly and so happily and fully lived her life in a labor of love. She was a kind and thoughtful neighbor, always sharing her pleasures and gifts with others. She was a lover of nature, and her garden of beautiful flowers was shared with her friends. In her life in the home, the church, and community, Mrs. North ever manifested those fine attributes that we find only in the Christian character that is the fruitage of a simple faith such as moved her in all her daily associations.

Those attending the services from a distance were Ed Rough and son Glen of Mt. Vernon, Mr. And Mrs. Earl O’Hara and Mrs. Clarence W. Newell of Beardstown and Mr. And Mrs. Fred Neat of Springfield.

Funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church, Monday afternoon, Feb. 17, 1936, at two o’clock. Dr. J. A. Chapman officiating, assisted by Rev. F. V. Wright. Miss Beilby Leach sang "When They Ring the Golden Bells for You and Me." Mr. And Mrs. S. G. Smith sang, "In the Garden," and Mr. Smith, "Face to Face." Mrs. Nora Bean was organist.

Unknown newspaper - February, 1948

Mrs. Mary Canatsey, 85, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Markillie, yesterday morning at 7:30 o’clock, after a short illness. Besides the daughter she is survived by a half-brother, Jesse Hankins, of Jacksonville.

The remains were removed to the Danner Funeral Home and will be returned to the home Friday morning. Funeral services will be held at the Christian church Saturday afternoon, Feb. 7, at two o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating and interment in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - May, 1948

Peter Gauges, who suffered his second stroke last Thursday, passed away Wednesday evening, May 19, 1948, at five o’clock, aged 80 years. He had been in failing health about two years.

Mr. Gauges was a son of Mr. And Mrs. Peter and Ann Schultz Gauges of Glasgow, where he was born on April 4, 1868. He had followed the occupation of blacksmith in Winchester for many years. He was married to Miss Maude Howard, who survives, also two brothers Albert and Gus of Glasgow, and two sisters, Miss Mollie Gauges of Glasgow and Mrs. Ida James of White Hall.

Funeral services will be held at the Danner Funeral Home Saturday afternoon at two o’clock. Rev. H. Ray Funk officiating and interment in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - January, 1948

Mrs. Lucy Mader Miller, 83, widow of Karl Miller, one time mayor and postmaster in Winchester, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 1948, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wm. Balsley, in Galesburg.

Besides her daughter, she is survived by four sisters, Mrs. Bertha Switzer of Winchester, Mrs. Allie Coultas, Jacksonville; Mrs. Minnie Butterfield, Peoria, and Mrs. Wm. Callans, White Hall, and one brother, Chas. Mader, of Mt. Vernon, Ill.

The remains were brought to Winchester Wednesday, to the Danner Funeral Home, where services were held yesterday (Thursday) afternoon at two o’clock, Rev. H. Ray Funk officiating and interment in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - February, 1944

Clyde James North, son of Warren L. and Alice Rough North, was born on November 20, 1891 at the homestead east of Winchester in the Hart’s neighborhood and passed away at his home west of Winchester February 10, 1944 at the age of 52 years, two months and 21 days.

His sudden death came as a shock to his family and friends. The immediate cause was a cerebral hemorrhage but it was probably attributable to his serious tractor accident in 1939. In spite of his rugged appearance, his shoulders, the nerves of which had been so severely damaged, would permit only a limited amount of heavy work.

Clyde was a graduate of the Winchester High School and the University of Illinois, where he was a member of the Acacia fraternity and Captain in the R.O.T.C. During the first World War he served in the armed forces. When the Armistice was signed, he had almost completed his course in the Infantry Officers’ Training School at Camp Grant, Illinois.

He has been active in the community, being a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Kiwanis Club, and Vice-Commander of the Julian Wells Post No. 442 of the American Legion. He united with the Methodist church under the ministry of Rev. Theobald.

Always especially interested in the problems of agricultural America, he was chairman of the temporary organization that established the Scott County Farm Bureau in 1920, and then served as its president for several years. And each year since the beginning of the National Farm Program in 1933, he has been chosen to serve on the administrative committee for his community.

He leaves his wife, Lucille Bishop North, who for 24 years has shared his joy in the farm life he so dearly loved, his father Warren L. North and twin sons, Warren James and Gilbert Bishop North, who are student pilots in the Army Air Corps, stationed in Texas.

Clyde was always happy in his work for people and with people. Many will miss his snappy military salute. His was an understanding sympathetic nature, which will make him long-remembered by those who knew him. His family will find solace in the memory of a devoted son, husband and father.

Funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church, Sunday afternoon at three o’clock, Rev. D. C. Ellinwood officiating. A solo was sung by S. G. Smith and a duet by Mr. And Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Elmer Stuart was organist. The floral offerings were cared for by Miss Mary Coultas, Mrs. Warren Breeding, Mrs. Edward Wild, Mrs. Duke Bugg, Mrs. B. F. Walker and Miss Louise Dawson. The Masonic lodge conducted their services at the church.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the casket bearers being Jas. Coultas, Geo. Reid, Paul Lehman, Paul Markillie, Bryan Knuckey and A. H. Chapman. The American Legion post had charge of the services at the grave.

Unknown newspaper - November, 1934

Artalissa Summers, daughter of William and Amanda Dyer, was born in Nashville, Tenn., March 22, 1847. She passed away at her home in Winchester, Ill., Nov. 1, 1934, at the age of 87 years, seven months and nine days. At the age of six years her family with a few others, came to this state by covered wagon and settled near Chapin, Ill., living there only a few months, then located in Glasgow, Ill., where she grew to young womanhood.

On December 9, 1864, she was married to Thomas Summers, who preceded her in death about two years ago. She was the mother of eight children, four of them dying in infancy, and Warren Summers, who passed away a short time ago. She is survived by three children, Mrs. John Dugan, of Winchester, Harry of New Castle, Ind., and Verlin of Winchester; eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren, three sisters and three brothers.

She has been a faithful and devoted member of the Christian church for many years, and was always happy to do her part for her master. She was in reality a real mother, who will be sadly missed by her loved ones. She has truly earned her reward.

No nobler thought my soul may claim
No softer word my tongue may frame,
Than just that word Mother.
All of composition, of goodness, of love,
All of the sweetness of Heaven above,
God bless the name of Mother.

We speak of everlasting life, but we do not realize that the everlastings that go to make up this life are wrapped up in the simple duties of the days as they are given unto us to live one at a time. Paul said: "Ye are living epistles read and known of all men. King Lemuel, who uttered the words of our lesson text had evidently observed a Godly woman in his experiences as King of Isreal, and he concludes that: The foundation of a christian home is laid out of the trust that ariseth out of the goodness of a christian life.

Funeral services were conducted from the Christian church, Saturday afternoon, Nov. 3, 1934, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating. Wm. Waters of Springfield sang "Face to Face" and "When They Ring Those Golden Bells For You and Me." Miss Ethel McClure was accompanist.

The flowers were in charge of Mrs. T. J. Dugan, Mrs. Harry Dugan, Mrs. John Dugan, Jr., Miss Jennie Dugan, Mrs. Frances Tribble and Mrs. Quinlan Summers. Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the pall bearers being T. J. Dugan, Harry Dugan, John Dugan, Jr., Quinlan Summers, Fred Nickleson and J. E. Tribble.

Unknown newspaper - November, 1936

John B. Thompson was born on a farm near Bluffs, Ill., on Sept. 16, 1864, being next to the youngest son of John and Sarah (Saum) Thompson. The family consisted of five children, three boys and two girls, who have preceded him in death.

John B. Thompson passed away at his home in Winchester, Ill., Nov. 23, 1936, at the age of 72 years, two months and seven days. Death followed a stroke 11 days before from which he failed to gain consciousness. He was married on Nov. 27, 1887, to Miss Mattie Trabue of Bourbon county, Ky., who passed away on Oct. 24, 1926. To this union were born two children, Roy and Ina. Ina passed away Oct. 24, 1911.

Mr. Thompson had much the same experience as other country lads, he went to school and worked about the farm. He has been a very active Democrat and in 1895 was elected to the office of assessor and treasurer of Scott county to fill the vacancy, caused by the death of William Condit, and served until 1898, when he was elected to the office of county clerk, and held that office until the close of his term, Nov. 30, 1902. After serving these two terms, Mr. Thompson retired from political life, and entered the grocery business, under the firm name of Thompson & Ryan, which was carried on successfully for a number of years. He retired from the grocery business a number of years ago.

On Jan. 16, 1932, he was married to Mrs. Lillie Biernbrauer of Winchester, who with his son and two grandchildren, survive. He also leaves to mourn his loss, a number of relatives and friends.

Funeral services were conducted from the Danner funeral home, Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 25, 1936, at two o’clock, Rev. Frederic Baylis of Bluffs officiating. The floral offerings were cared for by Mrs. R. M. Riggs, Mrs. C. M. Danner, Misses Amelia Hieronymus and Eula Priest.

The honorary casket bearers were Mathew Chance, Geo. Hogan, Harvey Hankins, F. C. Funk, J. A. McKeene, Chas. Priest and John King. Active casket bearers: Elmer F. Walker, George Hieronymus, R. M. Riggs, John Leib, N. J. Moore and Richard Ryan.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - January, 1945

Percie Smithson Hamilton, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. J. M. Smithson, was born in Scott county, July 2, 1867, and passed away at the Passovant hospital, Thursday, Jan. 4, 1945, at 2:00 o’clock p.m. She was of a family of 11 children, all of whom have preceded her in death but one sister, Mrs. Ella Ellis, of Fresno, Cal.; two brothers, S. M. Smithson, of Winchester, and Edward Smithson of the state of Washington.

She was united in marriage to N. L. Hamilton, Dec. 23, 1886, by the Rev. G. W. Murray, and to this union were born four sons and four daughters, four of whom have preceded their mother in death.

She has lived most of her life in and around Winchester. She became a member of the Friendship Baptist church 50 years ago and was true to her faith to the last. She was a devoted wife and mother, her greatest interest being in her home; an excellent neighbor, generous, kindly and hospitable, deeply religious. The Hamilton’s have many warm friends.

She is survived by her husband, N. L. Hamilton, with whom she has journeyed the highway of life for 58 years, two sons, Albert of Illiopolis, Ill., Wesley at home, two daughters, Ethel of Long Beach, Cal., and Mary Tankersley of Jacksonville, Ill., also 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, with many other relatives and a wide circle of friends.

Funeral services were conducted from the Dieterle Funeral Home Sunday afternoon, Jan. 7, 1945, at two o’clock, Rev. Bryan Adair and Rev. F. V. Wright officiating.

"In the Garden" and "The City Four Square" were sung by Rev. Wright and Mrs. Claude Thomas, accompanied by Mrs. Nora Bean. The flowers were cared for by Mrs. Doll Thompson, Mrs. Ralph Thomas, Mrs. Frank Cowhick, Mrs. Keith Peak and Mrs. C. L. McLaughlin.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the casket bearers being H. C. Montgomery, Floyd Hamilton, Chester Smithson, Ornsby Hamilton, Ornsby Young, and Austin Young.

Those attending from out of town were Mrs. Armetta Luckenbill and daughter Zola, C. T. Hamilton and son Nathan, Chester Smithson, all from Decatur, Ill.; H. W. Hamilton and son Ornsby, Carrollton; Mr. And Mrs. Robt. Bandy, Roodhouse; Mr. And Mrs. Thomas Dean, Manchester; Mrs. Anna Taylor, Mrs. Irene Stone and husband, Pittsfield; Ornsby and Austin Young of Warrensburg, Mo.

Unknown newspaper - July, 1950

Warren J. Kelley, passed away Monday, July 24, 1950. He was the son of James and Sara Clarkson Kelley deceased. Warren grew to manhood in Winchester, and for many years conducted a barber shop, until ill health forced him to retire, over a year ago.

He was married July 28, 1911, to Miss Nell McLaughlin, who with a sister, Mrs. John Glendenning of Aspen, Colo., survive. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, two sisters, Mrs. T. C. Richardson of Canton, Ill., and Mrs. John Turney of Winchester. He also leaves two nephews, Wm. Turney of Winchester, and Chester Glendenning of Guymon, Oklahoma, two nieces, Mrs. Ralph Catlett of Galesburg, Ill., and Mrs. Morris Sutter of San Francisco, Calif. He was a member of I.O.O.F. Pioneer Lodge and M. E. church of Winchester.

Funeral services were held at the Danner Funeral Home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Ralph Jasper officiating. Mrs. Mazy Smith sang "Be Still My Soul," and "Beyond the Sunset," accompanied by Miss Norma Smith. I.O.O.F. Lodge had charge of graveside services. Pall bearers were Wm. Turney, R. B. Woodson, Paul Markillie, T. C. Moore, Wm. McLaughlin, Leo Campbell.

Those from a distance attending the funeral were Mr. And Mrs. Noble McLaughlin, Chas. Dugan, Wm. Dunham, Mr. And Mrs. S. M. Post, Mrs. Alice Leib, Jacksonville; Mr. And Mrs. Ralph Catlett, Galesburg, Ill.; T. C. Richardson, Canton, Ill.; Geo. Richardson, Mr. And Mrs. Thomas Tindall, Roodhouse, Ill.; John Kelley, Louisianna, Mo.; Albert and Misses Georgia and Ella Hawk, Merritt, Ill.; Mr. And Mrs. M. L. Heirman, Arenzville, Ill.; Mr. And Mrs. J. C. Glendenning, Guymon, Okla.

Unknown newspaper - December, 1934

Frank Lewis of Winchester died at the Passavant hospital in Jacksonville Saturday night, about 10:30 o’clock, as a result of injuries received in an auto accident on Friday afternoon. About 1:30 o’clock he was traveling south on South Main street, at a rapid speed, driving his Ford V-8 sedan, when in leaving the end of the pavement and coming upon the loose gravel, he was unable to make the short turn to ascend the hill and the car crashed into an electric light pole on the east side of the road, cutting it off several feet from the ground. The car was turned completely around and Mr. Lewis thrown from the car.

He was taken to Dr. R. R. Jones’ office and given first aid treatment, and then rushed to the Passavant hospital, passing away the next night without regaining consciousness. His skull was fractured and he received internal injuries. Ed Flynn, who was riding with Mr. Lewis, escaped with slight injuries.

Funeral services were conducted from the Christian church, Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 18, 1934, at 10:30 o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating. Dr. and Mrs. B. F. Webster, Mrs. R. R. Jones and Miss Olive Wells sang "Rock of Ages" and "Somewhere a Voice is Calling." Miss Ethel McClure was organist. The floral offerings were in charge of Mrs. W. H. Fath, Mrs. Spencer Smothers, Mrs. R. S. Coon, Mrs. Leo Campbell, Mrs. Roy Phears, Mrs. C. R. Wilson, Mrs. Roy Dieterle and Miss Betty Fath.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the Winchester Masonic lodge being in charge. The pall bearers were Roy Coon, P. D. Smith, H. K. Birk, Jas. Roosa, Luther Moore and C. R. Wilson.

Obituary

Francis Glenn Lewis, son of Susan Cheek and Charles R. Lewis of Champaign, Ill., passed away at Passavant hospital, Jacksonville, Ill., on Dec. 15, 1934, aged 46 years, three months and three days.

Mr. Lewis attended the public schools in Tuscola, Ill., and for the past fourteen years has made his home in Winchester, Ill., following his vocation as an engineer.

On Dec. 24, 1911, he was united in marriage to Miss Iris Reed of Deland, Ill. Later, on April 10, 1930, he married Miss Catherine Doyle of Winchester, and to this union one child, Julane, was born, now age two years.

He was a member of the Christian church and Masonic lodge of Deland. Mr. Lewis was a man of very pleasant personality and likable character, free-hearted and generous to a fault. He was very courageous and no task was too difficult for him to lend a willing and helpful hand. His friends are legion, not only in this community, but in other communities in which he has lived. His passing is a distinct loss to his friends and the community.

He is survived by his wife, Catherine and daughter Julane, grandmother, Mrs. Julia Harder, father and mother, three brothers, Harry, Homer, and Harold, and four sisters, Mrs. George H. Said, Blanche and Gladys Lewis, all of Champaign, Ill., and Mrs. Gus S. Kuykendell of West Frankfort.

Unknown newspaper - January, 1930

Wm. Lewis, living with his sister, Miss Luella, in the Norman property, south of Winchester, died suddenly Thursday night, about eight o’clock. He had been in his usual health, being in town that day, and had eaten his evening meal and done up his chores about home, when he was taken suddenly ill and died in about five minutes, before a physician could be summoned.

Coroner W. E. Coultas held an inquest, the verdict of the jury being that death resulted from acute indigestion.

William Lewis was born Feb. 20, 1873, and died Jan. 2, 1930, at 8:15 p.m., being at the time of his death 56 years, 10 months, and 13 days old. He leaves to mourn his loss four sisters and one brother, namely: Vina Clark, Lizzie Kirkpatrick, Luella Lucy and Nellie Lewis, all of Winchester, and one brother Walter Lewis, of Jacksonville, Ill. His father and mother preceded him in death a number of years ago.

Deceased had made his home with his sister Luella, for 30 years. Death came very suddenly Thursday evening at his home near Winchester from acute indigestion. Thus passed the life of one in our midst who went quietly on his way, with a jolly good word and a smile to all. Little children especially were all favorites with "Bill," as he was familiarly called by all. In the home and community in which he lived he will be sadly missed as he was a home loving and kind brother, uncle and neighbor.

Funeral services were conducted at the home Saturday, January 4, 1930 at two o’clock, Elder Homer Evans officiating and burial in the Winchester cemetery. Music was furnished by Mrs. W. H. Kinison and Miss Martha Higgins. The pall bearers were Fred Coultas, Olin Clark, John Lewis, Reid Lewis, Elmer Lewis and Bernard Lewis.

Unknown newspaper - March, 1947

William C. McPherren was born October 20, 1871 and answered the call of his maker in Winchester, Ill., March 5, 1947. He was the son of William C. and Alamada McPherren and was born near LaFayette, Ill.

He was one of nine children, all of whom have passed on into the great beyond except one sister, Mrs. Lloyd Hall of Champaign, Ill. On Sept. 15, 1945, he married Ora Cline of Winchester, Ill. Two children were born, Homer McPherren and Mrs. Leroy Rolf of Winchester, Ill. Mr. McPherren followed the calling of contractor and carpenter since his coming to Winchester in 1915. He was widely known among those of his trade and among those of his closer friends he was known for his cheery words of kindness and encouragement. He leaves one son, Homer McPherren, one daughter, Mrs. Leroy Rolf, and two grandchildren to mourn his passing. His wife preceded him in death February 15, 1935.

Funeral services were held at the Danner Funeral Home, Saturday morning, March 8, 1947, at 10:30 o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating. Selections were sung by Mrs. Wendell Brackett, accompanied by Mrs. Robt. Brackett. The flowers were cared for by Mrs. Bert Coultas, Mrs. Montie Pile and Mrs. Kenneth Stinebaker.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - November, 1944

Mrs. Ollie Neat, eldest daughter of Edward L. and Martha Kemp Leib, was born in Scott county, Aug. 20, 1869, and passed away at her home in the west part of Winchester, Monday night, Nov. 20, 1944, at seven o’clock. She was of a family of nine children. Her entire life has been lived in Scott county. She attended its schools and taught a number of successful terms.

She was united in marriage with William F. Neat March 10, 1892, and came to her present home as a young bride. To this union two sons were born, Frederick L., and Chester. Frederick L. and one beloved step-son, J. Carl Neat together with her husband have preceded her in death. She is survived by Chester L. at home, one step-daughter, Mrs. Edward Balsley, of Galesburg, Ill., two brothers, Dr. H. W. Leib of Winchester, and Edward C. of Beardstown, Ill., three sisters, Mrs. Max Werner of Tonapah, Nev., Mrs. John Gillham and Mrs. Verlin Summers of Winchester; three grandchildren, Fred Neat of Orange, Tex., Billy Neat at home, and Mrs. Warren Breeding of this city, and three great grandchildren, an aged and beloved uncle M. G. Leib with many other relatives and a wide circle of friends.

Mrs. Neat was a member of the Presbyterian church until it dissolved. Her hearing being impaired, she became an inveterate reader. She loved life, her home, her friends, the beauties of mature. She was of a kindly spirit, hospitable and generous to a fault. She was not only an excellent house keeper but a home maker as well. Her going was sudden, yet it was as she would desire it to be. As a good soldier of Jesus Christ, she has wrapped the draperies of her couch about her and has laid down to pleasant dreams.

Those of her immediate family who await her coming are: father, mother, son and stepson, three brothers, Onslow L., Leonard O., and John F. Leib.

Funeral services were conducted from her home, Friday afternoon, Nov. 24, 1944, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. F. V. Wright of the Baptist church officiating. Selections were sung by Mr. And Mrs. S. G. Smith. The flowers were cared for by Mrs. Claude Adams, Mrs. Harry Montgomery, Mrs. Stella Middendorf, Mrs. R. R. Funk, Mrs. Richard Coultas and Mrs. Edw. Campbell.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the casket bearers being Harry Montgomery, W. L. Bagshaw, Claude Adams, Richard Coultas, John Barnett and Guy Faul.

Unknown newspaper - May, 1931

The community received a shock Tuesday morning of last week, when another of its older citizens passed to his rest, who was born and lived his entire life in this community. William Harvey Overton, second son of James and Charlotte Overton, was born June 10, 1858, north-west of Winchester, where he grew to manhood. His mother died when he was two years of age, and he was reared by his Grandmother Overton.

He was united in marriage to Ada Lankford, December 3, 1884, and to this union four sons and two daughters were born, Jesse and Henry Lee of this city, Guy Robert of Ottumwa, Iowa, and Glenn Floyd who departed this life Oct. 7, 1918, Hazel Marie Bryant of Dupo, Ill., and Lillie Irene dying in infancy.

The family moved to Winchester in 1911, where the deceased was engaged in the poultry and feed business. Mr. Overton was an industrious and upright citizen. He was a man of congenial and jovial disposition. His philosophy was, take life as you find it. While he was not a man of many activities socially, yet his genial nature has won for him a large circle of friends. He was a devoted father and husband and an honest straight-forward citizen. He believed in the church and contributed to its support and had high conceptions of christian character.

The deceased leaves to mourn his going, his devoted companion, four children and one brother Garland Overton of Winchester. Seven grandchildren with other relatives and a host of friends.

Funeral services, following a prayer service at the home, were conducted from the Baptist church, Thursday afternoon, May 14, 1931, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. F. V. Wright officiating. Music was furnished by Miss Louise Frost, Mrs. Claude Thomas and Rev. Wright with Mrs. Nora Bean as organist. The flowers were cared for by Misses Mary Glossop, Zelia Penton, Flora Jane Lankford, Lena Lemons, Ailene Overton, Catherine Freesen and Mrs. Irene Christison.

The honorary pall bearers were Warren Coultas, Fred Boston, Wiley Kelley, Theodore Boes, Wm. And Walter Glossop. The active pall bearers we re Ernest and Cleve Overton, Oscar, Harry and Jesse Glossop and John Penton. Interment was in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - July, 1935

Mrs. Arley Shull passed away at her home in Winchester, Tuesday morning at 4:30 o’clock, after an extended illness, aged 56 years. She is survived by her husband and two daughters, Mrs. Helen Brant of Mt. Vernon and Mrs. Frances Stanley of Denver, Colo., also one son, Russell Conrad of Denver, Colo.

Funeral services were conducted from Danner’s funeral home, Wednesday afternoon, July 31, 1935, at three o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating. Music was furnished by Mrs. Peg Land and Miss Olive Wells with Mrs. Otie Scott as accompanist.

The flowers were cared for by Mrs. J. R. King, Mrs. David Cowhick, Mrs. Ed Gregory and Mrs. Frank Lewis. Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the pall bearers being Jesse and Ray King, Clayton Battley, Wm. Scott, Robt. Hester and Roy Shull.