Funeral services for Harry Lyman were held at the Christian church on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. R. L. Schwab officiating and interment in the Winchester cemetery. Music was furnished by the church choir with Miss Cecile Hart as organist.

The flower girls were Misses Margaret and Maude Coker, Mrs. Nellie Peyton, Miss Frances Fox and Miss Dorothy Gardner. The pall bearers were James Roosa, Noel Boston, George Seigel, Harry Montgomery, Russell Redshaw and T. J. Dugan.

Among those from out of town attending the services were Mrs. Paul Yourkavich, Arnold Lankford, Mrs. Maude Langford, Canton; Mrs. Joe Moughan, son Jimmy, Mr. And Mrs. Arnold Thomlinson, Miss Mary Madeline Thomlinson, Mrs. Jesse McLarren, Springfield; Mr. And Mrs. Brace Lambert and daughter Jenna, Vandalia; Mr. And Mrs. Walter Siebienman, Mrs. Robt. Markillie, Mr. And Mrs. Floyd Markillie, Jacksonville; Mr. And Mrs. Wm. Wright, Mrs. Albert Ganetse, Louis and John Gouse, Chicago.

Harry Lyman, son of the late Jos. Lyman, was born in Winchester and most of his life was spent in this vicinity. He passed away suddenly at his home in Jacksonville on Tuesday April 7, 1942, at 7 a. m. death being attributed to acute indigestion. His age was 40 years.

For some time he has been a driver for the Chicago & St. Louis Transport Co. He is survived by his wife, formerly Clara Gauze, a daughter, Mrs. Imogene Markillie of Springfield; his mother, Mrs. Mary Lyman, of Winchester and one sister, Mrs. Maude Langford of Canton.

Unknown newspaper - January, 1948

Funeral services for Miss Bessie Pieper, R. N., were held in the Methodist church Friday afternoon, Jan. 9, 1948, at two o’clock. Rev. H. Ray Funk and Rev. F. V. Wright officiated.

Mrs. Frances Brackett was soloist, accompanied by Miss Norma Jean Smith. The services were largely attended by relatives and friends here and from St. Louis and other places, attesting to the high esteem in which she was held by all who knew her.

The many floral offerings were cared for by Mrs. Mildred Cowhick, Mrs. Virginia Krog, Mrs. Charlotte Hoots, Mrs. Ed Marsh, Mrs. Mazy C. Smith, Miss Julia Wisdom, Mrs. C. M. Danner, Mrs. Florence Wills, Mrs. Earl Smith, Mrs. Kathleen Tomsen, Mrs. Virginia Woods, Mrs. Loretta Glossop and Miss Margaret Crabtree.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the casket bearers being Harry C. Montgomery, C. R. W. Frost, Thos. Dugan, Donald Moore, Stanley Faris and Floyd Redshaw.

Miss Bessie K. Pieper, daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Henry Pieper, passed away at the DePaul hospital, St. Louis, Wednesday, Jan. 7, 1948, at the age of 48 years. She was stricken Dec. 19, with a heart attack, from which she never rallied.

Born in Winchester, Aug. 8, 1899, she spent the early part of her life here, graduating from the high school in 1917. Later she taught in the country schools and then took up training in St. Louis to become a nurse. For 21 years she followed this profession, being ready at all times to administer to the sick and the afflicted, devoting her life to the cause of humanity, aided by her cheerful and pleasant disposition. For a number of years she was superintendent of the Central hospital in St. Louis.

Besides her parents, she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Elmer Stuart, of Winchester, and other relatives and friends.

Unknown newspaper - February, 1944

Edward Frederick Ryan, son of Michael and Mary O’Brien Ryan, was born May 29, 1881, near Winchester, and departed this life Feb. 29, 1944, at the age of 62 years and 9 months.

His entire life was spent south of Winchester. He received his early education in the rural schools, later attending Western State Teachers College at Macomb, Ill. He took instruction in the St. Mark’s church under Father Daw, at an early age.

On April 18, 1907, he was united in marriage with Pearl McEvers at Winchester. To this union five children were born, two dying in infancy. Surviving are his wife, three daughters, Iola, wife of Robert Brown, Winchester; Misses Mary and Minnie Ryan of Peoria; two grandsons, Robert and Eddie Brown, a devoted son-in-law, Robert Brown; one brother, James, of Winchester, two sisters, Mrs. Nellie Van Meter, of Winchester, and Mrs. Anne Flynn of Jacksonville, also a host of other relatives and friends who will mourn his passing.

"Dad" as he was called by his family lived a quiet life, getting a great satisfaction in the progress of his family. He had the utmost devotion for his little grandsons.

Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 9 o’clock at St. Mark’s Catholic church in Winchester, the Rev. Father J. J. Sullivan officiating. Burial was in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - August, 1935

Charlotte Connor Thompson, wife of Ira Allen Thompson (now deceased) was born Nov. 28, 1849, near Meredosia, Illinois, and completed this life at her home in Winchester, Ill., Sunday, Aug. 31, 1935 at 12:30, at the age of 85 years nine months and four days.

She was married in 1864 to Ira Allen Thompson, and for a time lived in Morgan county, later moving into Winchester. Eight children came to bless this union, one dying in infancy and four daughters preceding her, Florence, Grace, Carrie, Winchester, and Ellen, Beardstown, Ill.

Mrs. Thompson united with the Methodist church, Winchester, in 1889, during the pastorate of Rev. Brunner, and has ever been a faithful member-not always being able to attend the services, but very much interested in the progress of the church she loved so well.

She leaves to mourn her departure a daughter, Ollie Ligon of Roodhouse, Bert of Quincy, Owen, Winchester, a sister Mrs. Sarah Cowand, Beardstown, twelve grand children, seven great grand children and a host of friends and neighbors.

Funeral services were conducted from the M. E. church, Tuesday afternoon at two o’clock, Rev. E. T. Palmer of Mansfield, Ill., former pastor, officiating, assisted by Rev. J. Fred Melvin. Mrs. S. G. Smith and Mrs. E. T. Palmer sang a duet and the latter also sang a solo. Mrs. Elmer Stuart was accompanist.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the pall bearers being Harry Gidney, Harry Montgomery, Morris Sweet, Norris Taylor, B. M. McPherson and C. M. Black.

Unknown newspaper - June, 1947

W. B. Clark, son of Francis and Linnie Williams Clark, was born in Scott County, Dec. 15, 1869. He was of a family of eight children, all of whom have preceded him in death but one sister. He was united in marriage with Carrie Edmonson April 23, 1902, and to this union one daughter was born.

Mr. Clark was in the grocery business for thirty years and his honesty and kindly manner won him many patrons and friends. He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church for over thirty-five years, served as treasurer, and for a number of years as a faithful and interested trustee. He has been a loyal member of the I.O.O.F. lodge No. 70 for over 50 years.

Mr. Clark has been a courageous sufferer for many years and it was his grim determination that kept him active. Notwithstanding his afflictions, he was of a jovial disposition and enjoyed a good laugh.

He passed away June 2, 1947, at his home in Winchester, leaving behind his faithful companion, one daughter, Mrs. James Bailey; one niece, whom he helped to rear and whom he loved as his own daughter, Mrs. Robert Wright of Spokane, Wash.; one sister, Mrs. T. B. Martin, of Winchester, Ill.; five grandchildren, Carol S., Charlott Ann, and Roberta Wright of Washington, and Mary Jean and Wm. Clark Bailey of Winchester, beside other relatives and many friends.

Funeral services were conducted from the Baptist church, Wednesday afternoon, June 4, 1947, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. F. V. Wright officiating, assisted by Rev. R. L. Schwab. Music was furnished by a quartet composed of Misses Elva Clark and Evelyn Evans, Russell Little and Leroy Moss. Mrs. Nora Bean was the organist.

Unknown newspaper - August, 1944

Ernest Dodgson, living with his mother, west of Winchester, committed suicide Friday night about 8 o’clock by shooting himself with a 18 gauge shot gun at his home. His body was discovered by his mother, who went to his bedroom after she heard the shot. There was a deep wound in his head and a portion of the back of his head had been shot away. There is a possibility that he pulled the trigger with one of his toes as he was barefooted at the time.

Sheriff Jas. Roosa and Coroner Dr. R. R. Jones were notified and went to the home. The body was removed to the Dieterle Funeral Home, where the inquest was held the next day.

James Ernest Dodgson, son of W. J. and Alta Hamilton Dodgson was born at Winchester, Aug. 21, 1903. All his life was spent here except 14 years, when he worked for the International Harvester Co., in Chicago.

His father preceded him in death 18 years ago. He is survived by his mother, a sister, Mrs. Anna Spencer, of Rock Island, and his grandmother, Mrs. Mary Hamilton.

Funeral services were conducted from the Dieterle Funeral Home, Monday afternoon, Aug. 14, 1944, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. F. V. Wright officiating. Selections were sung by Miss Martha Higgins and Miss Eileen Patrick, accompanied by Mrs. W. H. Kinison.

Interment was in the Winchester cemetery, the casket bearers being Robert and Bernard Moore, Claude Wisdom, Jas. Roosa, Floyd Hamilton and Milton Hazelrigg.

Unknown newspaper - 1947

Brought Here For Burial

The remains of O. C. Hazelrigg, who died in St. Louis, April 13, after a short illness with heart trouble, arrived on the noon train Thursday, and taken to the Winchester cemetery for burial. Rev. R. L. Schwab conducted the services at the grave.

The son of Geo. And Anna Hazelrigg, he was born in Scott county on Jan. 23, 1891. He lived in this community until he was 16 years of age when he moved to St. Louis where he had since resided. Mr. Hazelrigg was a barber by trade.

Surviving are: two brothers, Herb of Winchester and Frank of St. Louis; and three sisters, Mrs. Alta McCracken of Jacksonville; Mrs. Anna Cunningham of East St. Louis, and Mrs. Dollie Walker of Winchester. His wife and one brother preceded him in death.

Unknown newspaper - November, 1940

Donald Kirkpatrick, born March 12, 1935, passed away at his home in Winchester, Nov. 14, 1940, aged five years, eight months and two days. About three years ago he underwent an operation for tumor on the brain, from which he never recovered.

During his months of illness he was patient, loving and hopeful, always looking forward to the time when he would be well and enjoy life as other children. His sunny disposition won for him a host of friends.

He leaves to mourn his passing a devoted mother, Eva Mae, a grandmother, a number of other relatives and friends. His grandfather preceded him in death a few weeks ago. He has gone to be with Him who said, "Suffer the little children to come unto me and forbid them not, for such is the kingdom of heaven."

Funeral services were conducted from the Danner Funeral Home, Saturday, at 2 p.m., Rev. F. F. Wright officiating. Two very appropriate sons were rendered with Mrs. Paul Jones, pianist. Rev. Wright sang "I wish that His hand had been laid on my head," "Does Jesus Care" was sung by Troy Henley, Edward Scoggins and Ira Kirkpatrick from Hartford.

The flowers were cared for by Betty, Masel, Wanda Lee, Shirley Kirkpatrick, Fern Maine and Elaine Kuehnel. The pall bearers were Charles, Ned, Eddie and Lee Kirkpatrick. The little body was laid to rest in the Winchester cemetery.

Unknown newspaper - October, 1944

The news of the passing away of P. D. Smith, prominent business man, on Sunday morning, Oct. 15, 1944, at 4:30 o’clock at the Passavant hospital in Jacksonville, came as a shock to his many friends, associates and acquaintances. Although he had been in failing health for several years, he remained active in business, civic and social affairs and with grim determination and will power to continue on until the last, was at his store as usual, on Saturday. He received medical attention that day but grew worse and about five o’clock that evening was taken to the Passavant hospital where he passed away the following morning.

"Dee" was one of Winchester’s adopted sons, and he fully repaid in service, to the community; taking an active part in all its affairs, serving as president of the grade school board city alderman, member of the Methodist church, Odd Fellows and Masonic lodges, charter member and past president of the Kiwanis Club, and promoted the organization of the school band. He was city treasurer at the time of his death and also treasurer of the Red Cross where he had served for over 16 years.

A son of Mr. And Mrs. P. W. Smith, he was born in Minier, Ill., Nov. 14, 1883. In 1902 he came to Winchester and clerked in H. Q. Rimbey’s store. The following year he went to White Hall and managed a shoe store for Sol Hainsfurther. He also engaged in the lumber business while located there. He returned to Winchester in 1912, and opened up a gent’s furnishing store which he operated until his death. His store was the gathering place for his large number of acquaintances, both young and old, for here they found a welcome and companionship.

Mr. Smith was married to Miss Annie Coultas in 1908, and this union was blessed with four children, Mrs. Geo. Thoma, Jr., Springfield; Mrs. Leon Quinet, Winchester; Warren Smith, Chicago, and Lieut. Dan Dee Smith, who was called home from Maine, arriving in time to attend the last services. He also leaves two grandchildren, Susan Dee and Thomas Thoma, of Springfield, and four brothers and two sisters: S. G. Smith, Winchester; C. C. Smith, Havana, Ill.; Leon Smith, Bloomington; William Smith, Minier; Mrs. P. B. Johnson and Mrs. Earl Ziegler, Bloomington.

Funeral services were conducted from the Methodist church, Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 17, 1944, at 2:30 o’clock, Rev. Geo. E. Mayo officiating. Selections were sung by Mrs. Wendell Brackett, accompanied by Mrs. Elmer Stuart.

The flowers were in charge of Mrs. Thos. Coultas, Mrs. Albert Coultas, Mrs. Richard Coultas, Mrs. Phillip Watson, Mrs. Lucille Ireland, Mrs. Martha Napper, Misses Margaret Imboden, Virginia Albers, Lorraine O’Donnell, Marguerite Beauchamp and Vivian Hall.